Fri Jan 7, 2005 · 8:30 PM
Houston RocketsRockets
113
away
Chemistry
Tense
Los Angeles LakersLakers
89
home
Chemistry
Tense
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Houston RocketsRockets | 36 | 28 | 24 | 25 | 113 |
| Los Angeles LakersLakers | 29 | 19 | 24 | 17 | 89 |
After Action Report
The Rockets ran roughshod over the Lakers 113-89. Shots fell that probably shouldn't have, and the Rockets cashed in. The Rockets carried the swagger of a recent blowout into this one; Rockets' Run-and-Gun identity dictated the tempo. It was over by halftime.
What tipped it
- Lakers · Bouncing Back A winning team just got tripped up — expect a response.
- 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.