Playoffs · Round 3 · Game 1
Houston RocketsRockets
114
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Los Angeles LakersLakers
115
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Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Houston RocketsRockets | 27 | 31 | 27 | 29 | 114 |
| Los Angeles LakersLakers | 28 | 35 | 30 | 22 | 115 |
After Action Report
In Los Angeles, the Lakers snuck past the Rockets 115-114. Execution down the stretch made the difference. You could feel the revenge motivation from the Lakers; Lakers' Lockdown identity stifled the opposing offense. The Lakers locker room is humming, and it showed. Early returns: the Lakers per-player utilization choices fit the identity tonight.
What tipped it
- Lakers · Heartbreak A gutting last-second loss — revenge is on the menu.
- Lakers · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.
- 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.