Fri Jan 7, 2005 · 8:30 PM
Houston RocketsRockets
123
away
Chemistry
Steady
Los Angeles LakersLakers
99
home
Chemistry
Steady
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Houston RocketsRockets | 28 | 34 | 30 | 31 | 123 |
| Los Angeles LakersLakers | 25 | 20 | 28 | 26 | 99 |
After Action Report
The Rockets demolished the Lakers 123-99. Rockets controlled the tempo from tip to buzzer. The Rockets answered the bell with a bounce-back effort; the Lakers owned the glass, generating extra possessions. It broke open after the break.
What tipped it
- Lakers · Glass Eaters Crashing the boards generates extra possessions and second-chance buckets.
- Rockets · Bouncing Back A winning team just got tripped up — expect a response.