Sun Feb 6, 2005 · 3:30 PM
Los Angeles LakersLakers
116
away
Chemistry
Hot
Houston RocketsRockets
111
home
Chemistry
Steady
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Los Angeles LakersLakers | 35 | 28 | 24 | 29 | 116 |
| Houston RocketsRockets | 26 | 25 | 32 | 28 | 111 |
After Action Report
In Houston, the Lakers snuck past the Rockets 116-111. The tempo dragged the Rockets into a rhythm they couldn't survive. The Lakers answered the bell with a bounce-back effort; Lakers' Run-and-Gun identity dictated the tempo. The Lakers bench chemistry carried them.
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.