Wed Feb 9, 2005 · 8:30 PM
Los Angeles LakersLakers
127
away
Chemistry
Cold
New Jersey NetsNets
121
home
Chemistry
Steady
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Los Angeles LakersLakers | 19 | 36 | 31 | 41 | 127 |
| New Jersey NetsNets | 33 | 32 | 26 | 30 | 121 |
After Action Report
In New Jersey, the Lakers fended off the Nets 127-121. The Nets had no answer for the variance gods tonight. Shots just aren't falling for the Lakers lately; Lakers' old heads steadied the ship in the swings.
What tipped it
- Nets · Statement Win Last time out, a 20+ point beating sent a message.
- Lakers · Ice Cold On a 4+ game losing streak — shots aren't falling.
- Lakers · Locker-Room Rift Tension in the locker room — poor ball movement and streaky play.