Tue Feb 22, 2005 · 8:30 PM
Boston CelticsCeltics
116
away
Chemistry
Tense
Los Angeles LakersLakers
103
home
Chemistry
Hot
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Boston CelticsCeltics | 25 | 34 | 30 | 27 | 116 |
| Los Angeles LakersLakers | 25 | 31 | 22 | 25 | 103 |
After Action Report
In a track meet, the Celtics took care of the Lakers 116-103. The tempo dragged the Lakers into a rhythm they couldn't survive. The Celtics played with the chip of a recent gutting loss.
What tipped it
- Lakers · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.
- Celtics · Heartbreak A gutting last-second loss — revenge is on the menu.