Mon Feb 28, 2005 · 8:30 PM
Los Angeles LakersLakers
118
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Chemistry
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New York KnicksKnicks
117
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Chemistry
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Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Los Angeles LakersLakers | 35 | 34 | 23 | 26 | 118 |
| New York KnicksKnicks | 28 | 27 | 33 | 29 | 117 |
After Action Report
In New York, the Lakers survived the Knicks 118-117. Lakers torched the Knicks on the offensive end. You could feel the revenge motivation from the Lakers; the Knicks answered the bell with a bounce-back effort. The Lakers bench chemistry carried them.
What tipped it
- Knicks · Bouncing Back A winning team just got tripped up — expect a response.
- Lakers · Heartbreak A gutting last-second loss — revenge is on the menu.
- Lakers · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.