Wed Mar 2, 2005 · 8:30 PM
Los Angeles LakersLakers
103
away
Chemistry
Cold
Boston CelticsCeltics
98
home
Chemistry
Tense
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Los Angeles LakersLakers | 23 | 25 | 24 | 31 | 103 |
| Boston CelticsCeltics | 29 | 7 | 21 | 41 | 98 |
After Action Report
The Lakers survived the Celtics 103-98. Execution down the stretch made the difference. The Lakers played with the chip of a recent gutting loss; Lakers' veteran poise eliminated the costly mistakes. Tonight's Celtics utilization choices clashed with the team identity.
What tipped it
- Celtics · Ice Cold On a 4+ game losing streak — shots aren't falling.
- Lakers · Heartbreak A gutting last-second loss — revenge is on the menu.
- Lakers · Locker-Room Rift Tension in the locker room — poor ball movement and streaky play.