Mon Feb 28, 2005 · 8:30 PM
Los Angeles LakersLakers
138
away
Chemistry
Steady
New York KnicksKnicks
114
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Chemistry
Steady
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Los Angeles LakersLakers | 36 | 37 | 31 | 34 | 138 |
| New York KnicksKnicks | 30 | 22 | 35 | 27 | 114 |
After Action Report
In New York, the Lakers ran roughshod over the Knicks 138-114. The breakneck pace played right into Lakers' hands. Second-chance points piled up for the Lakers; the Lakers answered the bell with a bounce-back effort. The Lakers bench chemistry carried them. Garbage time started early.
What tipped it
- Knicks · 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.