Thu Apr 7, 2005 · 7:30 PM
Houston RocketsRockets
111
away
Chemistry
Hot
Los Angeles LakersLakers
105
home
Chemistry
Steady
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Houston RocketsRockets | 26 | 30 | 30 | 25 | 111 |
| Los Angeles LakersLakers | 30 | 20 | 26 | 29 | 105 |
After Action Report
The Rockets fended off the Lakers 111-105. Rockets' offense had its way with the Lakers. The Rockets carried the swagger of a recent blowout into this one; the Lakers carried the swagger of a recent blowout into this one. The Rockets bench chemistry carried them. Rockets' rotation plan looked deliberate, and the right guys made the most of their roles.
What tipped it
- Lakers · Statement Win Last time out, a 20+ point beating sent a message.
- Rockets · Statement Win Last time out, a 20+ point beating sent a message.
- Rockets · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.