Tue Feb 22, 2005 · 8:30 PM
Boston CelticsCeltics
117
away
Chemistry
Steady
Los Angeles LakersLakers
122
home
Chemistry
Steady
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Boston CelticsCeltics | 37 | 22 | 34 | 24 | 117 |
| Los Angeles LakersLakers | 27 | 30 | 33 | 32 | 122 |
After Action Report
The Lakers survived the Celtics 122-117. Shots fell that probably shouldn't have, and the Lakers cashed in. The Lakers carried the swagger of a recent blowout into this one; the Celtics owned the glass, generating extra possessions.
What tipped it
- Lakers · Statement Win Last time out, a 20+ point beating sent a message.
- Celtics · Glass Eaters Crashing the boards generates extra possessions and second-chance buckets.
- Celtics · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.