Sat Nov 13, 2004 · 8:30 PM
Los Angeles LakersLakers
134
away
Chemistry
Hot
Houston RocketsRockets
115
home
Chemistry
Elite
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Los Angeles LakersLakers | 31 | 37 | 32 | 34 | 134 |
| Houston RocketsRockets | 34 | 23 | 30 | 28 | 115 |
After Action Report
The Lakers outlasted the Rockets 134-115. Shots fell that probably shouldn't have, and the Lakers cashed in. Second-chance points piled up for the Lakers; the Lakers pushed the pace until the other side broke.
What tipped it
- Rockets · Glass Eaters Crashing the boards generates extra possessions and second-chance buckets.
- Rockets · Catching Fire Riding a 4+ game winning streak — confidence is high.
- Rockets · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.
- Lakers · Glass Eaters Crashing the boards generates extra possessions and second-chance buckets.