Wed Mar 2, 2005 · 8:30 PM
Los Angeles LakersLakers
104
away
Chemistry
Tense
Boston CelticsCeltics
91
home
Chemistry
Tense
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Los Angeles LakersLakers | 26 | 29 | 28 | 21 | 104 |
| Boston CelticsCeltics | 16 | 26 | 23 | 26 | 91 |
After Action Report
The Lakers outlasted the Celtics 104-91. Every possession went the Lakers way. Shots just aren't falling for the Celtics lately; Celtics' outside barrage was a constant threat. The Lakers bench chemistry carried them. Lakers' rotation plan looked deliberate, and the right guys made the most of their roles.
What tipped it
- Celtics · Ice Cold On a 4+ game losing streak — shots aren't falling.
- Celtics · Locker-Room Rift Tension in the locker room — poor ball movement and streaky play.
- Lakers · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.