Wed Mar 2, 2005 · 8:30 PM
Los Angeles LakersLakers
120
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Chemistry
Hot
Boston CelticsCeltics
100
home
Chemistry
Hot
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Los Angeles LakersLakers | 31 | 43 | 26 | 20 | 120 |
| Boston CelticsCeltics | 26 | 30 | 28 | 16 | 100 |
After Action Report
The Lakers ran roughshod over the Celtics 120-100. Lakers' scorers couldn't be contained. Lakers' Lockdown identity stifled the opposing offense; the Celtics owned the glass, generating extra possessions. The Lakers bench chemistry carried them. Lakers' rotation plan looked deliberate, and the right guys made the most of their roles. Never a doubt in this one.
What tipped it
- Celtics · Glass Eaters Crashing the boards generates extra possessions and second-chance buckets.
- Celtics · Superstar Stack Two or more 90-overall stars bend games to their will on both ends.
- 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.
- Lakers · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.