Wed Mar 2, 2005 · 8:30 PM
Los Angeles LakersLakers
120
away
Chemistry
Steady
Boston CelticsCeltics
115
home
Chemistry
Tense
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Los Angeles LakersLakers | 29 | 26 | 31 | 34 | 120 |
| Boston CelticsCeltics | 28 | 23 | 40 | 24 | 115 |
After Action Report
The Lakers squeaked past the Celtics 120-115. The Lakers got every break — every loose ball, every bounce. Lakers' Rim Wreckers got loose for easy buckets in transition; the Celtics came in with something to prove after a loss.
What tipped it
- Celtics · Bouncing Back A winning team just got tripped up — expect a response.
- Celtics · 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.