Rockets (
damnmydogisFAT) are the champions!
Tue Feb 22, 2005 · 8:30 PM
Boston CelticsCeltics
93
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Chemistry
Tense
Los Angeles LakersLakers
151
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Chemistry
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Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Boston CelticsCeltics | 21 | 19 | 26 | 27 | 93 |
| Los Angeles LakersLakers | 37 | 42 | 39 | 33 | 151 |
After Action Report
In Los Angeles, the Lakers ran roughshod over the Celtics 151-93. The tempo dragged the Celtics into a rhythm they couldn't survive. Lakers' Rim Wreckers got loose for easy buckets in transition; the Lakers owned the glass, generating extra possessions. The Lakers locker room is humming, and it showed. It was over by halftime.
What tipped it
- Lakers · Rim Wreckers A trio of high-flyers run, dunk, and tilt the pace.
- Lakers · Glass Eaters Crashing the boards generates extra possessions and second-chance buckets.
- Lakers · Bouncing Back A winning team just got tripped up — expect a response.
- Lakers · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.