Tue Feb 22, 2005 · 8:30 PM
Boston CelticsCeltics
103
away
Chemistry
Hot
Los Angeles LakersLakers
135
home
Chemistry
Hot
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Boston CelticsCeltics | 28 | 24 | 31 | 20 | 103 |
| Los Angeles LakersLakers | 34 | 36 | 35 | 30 | 135 |
After Action Report
The Lakers rolled past the Celtics 135-103. The Celtics had no answer for the variance gods tonight. Second-chance points piled up for the Celtics; Celtics' shot-blockers turned the paint into a no-fly zone. Garbage time started early.
What tipped it
- Celtics · Glass Eaters Crashing the boards generates extra possessions and second-chance buckets.
- Celtics · Block Party Multiple shot-blockers turn the paint into a no-fly zone.
- Celtics · Bouncing Back A winning team just got tripped up — expect a response.
- Celtics · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.