Sat Nov 13, 2004 · 8:30 PM
Los Angeles LakersLakers
109
away
Chemistry
Tense
Houston RocketsRockets
118
home
Chemistry
Steady
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Los Angeles LakersLakers | 28 | 28 | 30 | 23 | 109 |
| Houston RocketsRockets | 25 | 34 | 28 | 31 | 118 |
After Action Report
In Houston, the Rockets edged the Lakers 118-109. The tempo dragged the Lakers into a rhythm they couldn't survive. The Rockets carried the swagger of a recent blowout into this one; Rockets' Lockdown identity stifled the opposing offense. The Rockets rotation plan paid off — leaning into the right spots created real lift.
What tipped it
- Rockets · Statement Win Last time out, a 20+ point beating sent a message.
- Lakers · Rim Wreckers A trio of high-flyers run, dunk, and tilt the pace.