Celtics (
nathan) are the champions!
Tue Feb 1, 2005 · 8:30 PM
Portland Trail BlazersBlazers
120
away
Chemistry
Steady
Los Angeles LakersLakers
111
home
Chemistry
Tense
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Portland Trail BlazersBlazers | 30 | 33 | 29 | 28 | 120 |
| Los Angeles LakersLakers | 29 | 35 | 22 | 25 | 111 |
After Action Report
The Trail Blazers edged the Lakers 120-111. Shots fell that probably shouldn't have, and the Trail Blazers cashed in. Trail Blazers' defenders refused to give up clean looks; the Lakers carried the confidence of a hot streak right into this one.
What tipped it
- Lakers · Catching Fire Riding a 4+ game winning streak — confidence is high.
- Lakers · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.