Wed Mar 2, 2005 · 8:30 PM
Los Angeles LakersLakers
123
away
Chemistry
Hot
Boston CelticsCeltics
122
home
Chemistry
Hot
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Los Angeles LakersLakers | 31 | 34 | 27 | 31 | 123 |
| Boston CelticsCeltics | 30 | 31 | 25 | 36 | 122 |
After Action Report
The Lakers snuck past the Celtics 123-122. Shots fell that probably shouldn't have, and the Lakers cashed in. The Celtics owned the glass, generating extra possessions; the Celtics sent shots into the fifth row all night.
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 · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.