Sun Feb 6, 2005 · 3:30 PM
Los Angeles LakersLakers
115
away
Chemistry
Cold
Houston RocketsRockets
139
home
Chemistry
Steady
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Los Angeles LakersLakers | 31 | 24 | 28 | 32 | 115 |
| Houston RocketsRockets | 36 | 42 | 30 | 31 | 139 |
After Action Report
The Rockets rolled past the Lakers 139-115. Rockets controlled the tempo from tip to buzzer. Rockets' Run-and-Gun identity dictated the tempo; the Lakers carried the swagger of a recent blowout into this one. The Rockets locker room is humming, and it showed. Tonight's Lakers utilization choices clashed with the team identity. Never a doubt in this one.
What tipped it
- Rockets · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.
- Lakers · Statement Win Last time out, a 20+ point beating sent a message.