Wed Feb 23, 2005 · 8:00 PM
Los Angeles LakersLakers
121
away
Chemistry
Hot
Portland Trail BlazersBlazers
130
home
Chemistry
Hot
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Los Angeles LakersLakers | 26 | 30 | 30 | 35 | 121 |
| Portland Trail BlazersBlazers | 30 | 40 | 23 | 37 | 130 |
After Action Report
The Trail Blazers edged the Lakers 130-121. Shots fell that probably shouldn't have, and the Trail Blazers cashed in. Second-chance points piled up for the Trail Blazers; the Trail Blazers carried the confidence of a hot streak right into this one.
What tipped it
- Trail Blazers · Glass Eaters Crashing the boards generates extra possessions and second-chance buckets.
- Trail Blazers · Catching Fire Riding a 4+ game winning streak — confidence is high.
- Lakers · Rim Wreckers A trio of high-flyers run, dunk, and tilt the pace.
- 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.