Fri Jan 7, 2005 · 8:30 PM
Houston RocketsRockets
122
away
Chemistry
Hot
Los Angeles LakersLakers
101
home
Chemistry
Steady
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Houston RocketsRockets | 34 | 29 | 37 | 22 | 122 |
| Los Angeles LakersLakers | 24 | 23 | 28 | 26 | 101 |
After Action Report
In Los Angeles, the Rockets rolled past the Lakers 122-101. The Rockets got every break — every loose ball, every bounce. Fresh off a statement win, the Rockets stayed locked in; Lakers' high-flyers tilted the pace and the rim. The Rockets bench chemistry carried them. Early returns: the Rockets per-player utilization choices fit the identity tonight. Garbage time started early.
What tipped it
- Lakers · Rim Wreckers A trio of high-flyers run, dunk, and tilt the pace.
- Lakers · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.
- 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.