Celtics (
nathan) are the champions!
Tue Mar 15, 2005 · 8:00 PM
Los Angeles LakersLakers
126
away
Chemistry
Hot
Philadelphia 76ers76ers
120
home
Chemistry
Steady
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Los Angeles LakersLakers | 39 | 31 | 25 | 31 | 126 |
| Philadelphia 76ers76ers | 35 | 21 | 28 | 36 | 120 |
After Action Report
The Lakers fended off the 76ers 126-120. The 76ers had no answer for the variance gods tonight. Second-chance points piled up for the Lakers; 76ers' veteran poise eliminated the costly mistakes. The Lakers bench chemistry carried them. Lakers' rotation plan looked deliberate, and the right guys made the most of their roles.
What tipped it
- 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.