Celtics (
nathan) are the champions!
Sat Dec 25, 2004 · 1:00 PM
Miami HeatHeat
114
away
Chemistry
Hot
Los Angeles LakersLakers
112
home
Chemistry
Tense
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Miami HeatHeat | 24 | 28 | 35 | 27 | 114 |
| Los Angeles LakersLakers | 35 | 16 | 39 | 22 | 112 |
After Action Report
The Heat survived the Lakers 114-112. Heat's offense had its way with the Lakers. Fresh off a statement win, the Lakers stayed locked in; Lakers' veteran poise eliminated the costly mistakes.
What tipped it
- Lakers · Statement Win Last time out, a 20+ point beating sent a message.
- Lakers · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.