Wed Mar 2, 2005 · 8:30 PM
Los Angeles LakersLakers
117
away
Chemistry
Hot
Boston CelticsCeltics
100
home
Chemistry
Steady
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Los Angeles LakersLakers | 25 | 36 | 30 | 26 | 117 |
| Boston CelticsCeltics | 20 | 31 | 23 | 26 | 100 |
After Action Report
The Lakers handled the Celtics 117-100. Lakers torched the Celtics on the offensive end. Second-chance points piled up for the Lakers; the Lakers pushed the pace until the other side broke. The Lakers rotation plan paid off — leaning into the right spots created real lift.
What tipped it
- Celtics · Ice Cold On a 4+ game losing streak — shots aren't falling.
- Lakers · Glass Eaters Crashing the boards generates extra possessions and second-chance buckets.