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Tue Feb 22, 2005 · 8:30 PM
Boston CelticsCeltics
120
away
Chemistry Hot
Los Angeles LakersLakers
122
home
Chemistry Tense

Box Score

TEAM Q1 Q2 Q3 Q4 FINAL
Boston CelticsCeltics 27 26 37 30 120
Los Angeles LakersLakers 36 33 29 24 122

After Action Report

In a track meet, the Lakers knocked off the Celtics 122-120. The breakneck pace played right into Lakers' hands. Shots just aren't falling for the Lakers lately; Lakers' Run-and-Gun identity dictated the tempo. Add it to the list of nights the favorite forgot to show up.

What tipped it

  • Lakers · Ice Cold On a 4+ game losing streak — shots aren't falling.
  • Celtics · Buzzsaw An 8+ game winning streak — they cannot be stopped (until the league catches up).
  • Celtics · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.