Wed Feb 23, 2005 · 8:00 PM
Los Angeles LakersLakers
98
away
Chemistry
Cold
Portland Trail BlazersBlazers
103
home
Chemistry
Steady
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Los Angeles LakersLakers | 20 | 26 | 29 | 23 | 98 |
| Portland Trail BlazersBlazers | 20 | 22 | 30 | 31 | 103 |
After Action Report
The Trail Blazers survived the Lakers 103-98. Execution down the stretch made the difference. The Trail Blazers came in with something to prove after a loss; Trail Blazers' Lockdown identity stifled the opposing offense. The Trail Blazers locker room is humming, and it showed. Tonight's Lakers utilization choices clashed with the team identity. Ugly, but it counts the same in the standings.
What tipped it
- Trail Blazers · Bouncing Back A winning team just got tripped up — expect a response.
- Trail Blazers · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.