Wed Feb 23, 2005 · 8:00 PM
Los Angeles LakersLakers
120
away
Chemistry
Hot
Portland Trail BlazersBlazers
117
home
Chemistry
Hot
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Los Angeles LakersLakers | 25 | 28 | 38 | 29 | 120 |
| Portland Trail BlazersBlazers | 36 | 24 | 25 | 32 | 117 |
After Action Report
In Portland, the Lakers survived the Trail Blazers 120-117. Lakers' scorers couldn't be contained. Lakers' outside barrage was a constant threat; the Trail Blazers ride keeps rolling — they're catching fire. The Lakers bench chemistry carried them.
What tipped it
- Trail Blazers · Catching Fire Riding a 4+ game winning streak — confidence is high.
- Trail Blazers · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.
- Lakers · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.