Wed Mar 2, 2005 · 8:30 PM
Los Angeles LakersLakers
97
away
Chemistry
Steady
Boston CelticsCeltics
121
home
Chemistry
Hot
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Los Angeles LakersLakers | 26 | 20 | 25 | 26 | 97 |
| Boston CelticsCeltics | 32 | 26 | 34 | 29 | 121 |
After Action Report
The Celtics rolled past the Lakers 121-97. Celtics' offense had its way with the Lakers. The Celtics carried the confidence of a hot streak right into this one; Celtics' outside barrage was a constant threat. The Celtics locker room is humming, and it showed. Early returns: the Celtics per-player utilization choices fit the identity tonight. Never a doubt in this one.
What tipped it
- Celtics · Catching Fire Riding a 4+ game winning streak — confidence is high.
- Celtics · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.
- Lakers · Bouncing Back A winning team just got tripped up — expect a response.
- Lakers · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.