Thu Apr 7, 2005 · 7:30 PM
Houston RocketsRockets
121
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Chemistry
Tense
Los Angeles LakersLakers
114
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Chemistry
Tense
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Houston RocketsRockets | 31 | 30 | 27 | 33 | 121 |
| Los Angeles LakersLakers | 19 | 29 | 26 | 40 | 114 |
After Action Report
The Rockets fended off the Lakers 121-114. The Lakers had no answer for the variance gods tonight. Rockets' Rim Wreckers got loose for easy buckets in transition; the Rockets came in with something to prove after a loss.
What tipped it
- Rockets · Rim Wreckers A trio of high-flyers run, dunk, and tilt the pace.
- Rockets · Bouncing Back A winning team just got tripped up — expect a response.