Fri Jan 7, 2005 · 8:30 PM
Houston RocketsRockets
97
away
Chemistry
Tense
Los Angeles LakersLakers
79
home
Chemistry
Steady
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Houston RocketsRockets | 20 | 16 | 32 | 29 | 97 |
| Los Angeles LakersLakers | 17 | 15 | 26 | 21 | 79 |
After Action Report
In Los Angeles, the Rockets outlasted the Lakers 97-79. Every possession went the Rockets way. The Rockets couldn't shake the cold spell; the Rockets pushed the pace until the other side broke.
What tipped it
- Lakers · Rim Wreckers A trio of high-flyers run, dunk, and tilt the pace.
- Lakers · Statement Win Last time out, a 20+ point beating sent a message.
- Rockets · Ice Cold On a 4+ game losing streak — shots aren't falling.