Wed Feb 16, 2005 · 8:30 PM
Los Angeles ClippersClippers
125
away
Chemistry
Steady
Miami HeatHeat
117
home
Chemistry
Hot
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Los Angeles ClippersClippers | 26 | 24 | 36 | 39 | 125 |
| Miami HeatHeat | 29 | 37 | 29 | 22 | 117 |
After Action Report
In Miami, the Clippers fended off the Heat 125-117. The breakneck pace played right into Clippers' hands. The Clippers carried the confidence of a hot streak right into this one; Clippers' Run-and-Gun identity dictated the tempo. The Clippers bench chemistry carried them. Early returns: the Clippers per-player utilization choices fit the identity tonight.
What tipped it
- Heat · Bouncing Back A winning team just got tripped up — expect a response.
- Clippers · Catching Fire Riding a 4+ game winning streak — confidence is high.
- Clippers · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.