Sun Feb 6, 2005 · 3:30 PM
Los Angeles LakersLakers
79
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Houston RocketsRockets
116
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Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Los Angeles LakersLakers | 23 | 19 | 27 | 10 | 79 |
| Houston RocketsRockets | 34 | 26 | 24 | 32 | 116 |
After Action Report
The Rockets ran roughshod over the Lakers 116-79. The better team simply showed up tonight. Rockets' high-flyers tilted the pace and the rim; second-chance points piled up for the Rockets. Tonight's Lakers utilization choices clashed with the team identity. It was over by halftime.
What tipped it
- Rockets · Rim Wreckers A trio of high-flyers run, dunk, and tilt the pace.
- Rockets · Glass Eaters Crashing the boards generates extra possessions and second-chance buckets.
- Rockets · Bouncing Back A winning team just got tripped up — expect a response.