Tue Feb 22, 2005 · 8:30 PM
Boston CelticsCeltics
110
away
Chemistry
Hot
Los Angeles LakersLakers
109
home
Chemistry
Steady
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Boston CelticsCeltics | 27 | 29 | 20 | 34 | 110 |
| Los Angeles LakersLakers | 20 | 29 | 30 | 30 | 109 |
After Action Report
The Celtics squeaked past the Lakers 110-109. Execution down the stretch made the difference. You could feel the revenge motivation from the Lakers. The Celtics bench chemistry carried them. Early returns: the Celtics per-player utilization choices fit the identity tonight.
What tipped it
- Lakers · Heartbreak A gutting last-second loss — revenge is on the menu.
- Lakers · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.
- Celtics · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.