Wed Feb 23, 2005 · 8:00 PM
Los Angeles LakersLakers
105
away
Chemistry
Hot
Portland Trail BlazersBlazers
106
home
Chemistry
Steady
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Los Angeles LakersLakers | 27 | 28 | 24 | 26 | 105 |
| Portland Trail BlazersBlazers | 24 | 25 | 26 | 31 | 106 |
After Action Report
The Trail Blazers squeaked past the Lakers 106-105. Execution down the stretch made the difference. The Lakers carried the confidence of a hot streak right into this one; Lakers' Lockdown identity stifled the opposing offense. The Trail Blazers locker room is humming, and it showed.
What tipped it
- Trail Blazers · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.
- Lakers · Catching Fire Riding a 4+ game winning streak — confidence is high.
- Lakers · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.