Thu Apr 7, 2005 · 7:30 PM
Houston RocketsRockets
121
away
Chemistry
Steady
Los Angeles LakersLakers
118
home
Chemistry
Cold
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Houston RocketsRockets | 24 | 34 | 29 | 34 | 121 |
| Los Angeles LakersLakers | 22 | 31 | 32 | 33 | 118 |
After Action Report
In a track meet, the Rockets snuck past the Lakers 121-118. Rockets torched the Lakers on the offensive end. The Rockets carried the swagger of a recent blowout into this one; the Rockets pushed the pace until the other side broke. The Rockets bench chemistry carried them. Tonight's Lakers utilization choices clashed with the team identity.
What tipped it
- Lakers · Bouncing Back A winning team just got tripped up — expect a response.
- 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.