Thu Mar 17, 2005 · 9:00 PM
Los Angeles LakersLakers
117
away
Chemistry
Hot
Miami HeatHeat
110
home
Chemistry
Steady
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Los Angeles LakersLakers | 37 | 36 | 26 | 18 | 117 |
| Miami HeatHeat | 27 | 28 | 26 | 29 | 110 |
After Action Report
The Lakers edged the Heat 117-110. The tempo dragged the Heat into a rhythm they couldn't survive. Lakers' high-flyers tilted the pace and the rim; the Lakers answered the bell with a bounce-back effort.
What tipped it
- Heat · Statement Win Last time out, a 20+ point beating sent a message.
- Heat · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.
- Lakers · Rim Wreckers A trio of high-flyers run, dunk, and tilt the pace.
- Lakers · Bouncing Back A winning team just got tripped up — expect a response.