Tue Feb 22, 2005 · 8:30 PM
Boston CelticsCeltics
112
away
Chemistry
Steady
Los Angeles LakersLakers
81
home
Chemistry
Steady
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Boston CelticsCeltics | 32 | 28 | 20 | 32 | 112 |
| Los Angeles LakersLakers | 14 | 23 | 17 | 27 | 81 |
After Action Report
The Celtics demolished the Lakers 112-81. Celtics' scorers couldn't be contained. The Lakers came in with something to prove after a loss; Lakers' veteran poise eliminated the costly mistakes. The Celtics bench chemistry carried them. Celtics' rotation plan looked deliberate, and the right guys made the most of their roles. Garbage time started early.
What tipped it
- Lakers · Bouncing Back A winning team just got tripped up — expect a response.
- Celtics · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.