Fri Jan 7, 2005 · 8:30 PM
Houston RocketsRockets
130
away
Chemistry
Steady
Los Angeles LakersLakers
126
home
Chemistry
Tense
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Houston RocketsRockets | 29 | 35 | 38 | 28 | 130 |
| Los Angeles LakersLakers | 33 | 29 | 27 | 37 | 126 |
After Action Report
The Rockets snuck past the Lakers 130-126. Rockets' offense had its way with the Lakers. The Rockets answered the bell with a bounce-back effort; Rockets' defenders refused to give up clean looks. Tonight's Lakers utilization choices clashed with the team identity.
What tipped it
- Rockets · Bouncing Back A winning team just got tripped up — expect a response.