Sat Dec 25, 2004 · 1:00 PM
Miami HeatHeat
129
away
Chemistry
Tense
Los Angeles LakersLakers
121
home
Chemistry
Tense
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Miami HeatHeat | 37 | 32 | 27 | 33 | 129 |
| Los Angeles LakersLakers | 37 | 25 | 28 | 31 | 121 |
After Action Report
The Heat edged the Lakers 129-121. The Heat got every break — every loose ball, every bounce. The Heat came in with something to prove after a loss; the Lakers ride keeps rolling — they're catching fire.
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.
- Heat · Bouncing Back A winning team just got tripped up — expect a response.