Tue Feb 22, 2005 · 8:30 PM
Boston CelticsCeltics
93
away
Chemistry
Steady
Los Angeles LakersLakers
86
home
Chemistry
Tense
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Boston CelticsCeltics | 19 | 22 | 23 | 29 | 93 |
| Los Angeles LakersLakers | 16 | 18 | 22 | 30 | 86 |
After Action Report
The Celtics fended off the Lakers 93-86. Lineup balance gave the Celtics a clear synergy edge. The Lakers came in with something to prove after a loss; the Lakers bent the defense out of shape from deep. The Celtics bench chemistry carried them. Tonight's Lakers utilization choices clashed with the team identity. Survive-and-advance type win.
What tipped it
- Lakers · Bouncing Back A winning team just got tripped up — expect a response.
- Lakers · Locker-Room Rift Tension in the locker room — poor ball movement and streaky play.
- Celtics · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.