Celtics (
nathan) are the champions!
Wed Feb 9, 2005 · 8:30 PM
Los Angeles LakersLakers
126
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New Jersey NetsNets
117
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Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Los Angeles LakersLakers | 35 | 26 | 33 | 32 | 126 |
| New Jersey NetsNets | 29 | 20 | 30 | 38 | 117 |
After Action Report
In New Jersey, the Lakers held off the Nets 126-117. Lakers' scorers couldn't be contained. Second-chance points piled up for the Lakers; the Lakers ride keeps rolling — they're catching fire. The Lakers bench chemistry carried them.
What tipped it
- Nets · Bouncing Back A winning team just got tripped up — expect a response.
- Lakers · Glass Eaters Crashing the boards generates extra possessions and second-chance buckets.
- Lakers · Catching Fire Riding a 4+ game winning streak — confidence is high.
- Lakers · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.