Sat Dec 25, 2004 · 1:00 PM
Miami HeatHeat
130
away
Chemistry
Cold
Los Angeles LakersLakers
115
home
Chemistry
Steady
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Miami HeatHeat | 33 | 27 | 30 | 40 | 130 |
| Los Angeles LakersLakers | 21 | 37 | 28 | 29 | 115 |
After Action Report
The Heat downed the Lakers 130-115. The breakneck pace played right into Heat's hands. The Heat owned the glass, generating extra possessions; Heat's old heads steadied the ship in the swings.
What tipped it
- Lakers · Heartbreak A gutting last-second loss — revenge is on the menu.
- Heat · Glass Eaters Crashing the boards generates extra possessions and second-chance buckets.