Wed Feb 23, 2005 · 8:00 PM
Los Angeles LakersLakers
104
away
Chemistry
Tense
Portland Trail BlazersBlazers
95
home
Chemistry
Steady
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Los Angeles LakersLakers | 26 | 27 | 34 | 17 | 104 |
| Portland Trail BlazersBlazers | 28 | 26 | 18 | 23 | 95 |
After Action Report
The Lakers fended off the Trail Blazers 104-95. Execution down the stretch made the difference. Lakers' old heads steadied the ship in the swings.
What tipped it
- Trail Blazers · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.