Celtics (
nathan) are the champions!
Mon Feb 28, 2005 · 8:30 PM
Los Angeles LakersLakers
105
away
Chemistry
Hot
New York KnicksKnicks
115
home
Chemistry
Tense
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Los Angeles LakersLakers | 18 | 27 | 30 | 30 | 105 |
| New York KnicksKnicks | 34 | 29 | 23 | 29 | 115 |
After Action Report
In New York, the Knicks handled the Lakers 115-105. The Knicks got every break — every loose ball, every bounce. The Knicks couldn't shake the cold spell; second-chance points piled up for the Lakers. Early returns: the Knicks per-player utilization choices fit the identity tonight.
What tipped it
- Knicks · Ice Cold On a 4+ game losing streak — shots aren't falling.
- Lakers · Glass Eaters Crashing the boards generates extra possessions and second-chance buckets.
- Lakers · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.