Wed Feb 9, 2005 · 8:30 PM
Los Angeles LakersLakers
89
away
Chemistry
Tense
New Jersey NetsNets
88
home
Chemistry
Steady
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Los Angeles LakersLakers | 16 | 19 | 26 | 28 | 89 |
| New Jersey NetsNets | 22 | 18 | 27 | 21 | 88 |
After Action Report
The Lakers squeaked past the Nets 89-88. Ugly basketball, but the Lakers did just enough. Lakers' Lockdown identity stifled the opposing offense; Nets' outside barrage was a constant threat. Ugly, but it counts the same in the standings.
What tipped it
- Nets · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.