Wed Mar 2, 2005 · 8:30 PM
Los Angeles LakersLakers
104
away
Chemistry
Steady
Boston CelticsCeltics
98
home
Chemistry
Steady
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Los Angeles LakersLakers | 28 | 26 | 21 | 29 | 104 |
| Boston CelticsCeltics | 29 | 32 | 20 | 17 | 98 |
After Action Report
The Lakers edged the Celtics 104-98. The breakneck pace played right into Lakers' hands. Lakers' Lockdown identity stifled the opposing offense; Celtics' Rim Wreckers got loose for easy buckets in transition. The Lakers bench chemistry carried them. Ugly, but it counts the same in the standings.
What tipped it
- Celtics · Rim Wreckers A trio of high-flyers run, dunk, and tilt the pace.
- Lakers · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.