Fri Jan 7, 2005 · 8:30 PM
Houston RocketsRockets
116
away
Chemistry
Hot
Los Angeles LakersLakers
103
home
Chemistry
Hot
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Houston RocketsRockets | 26 | 32 | 33 | 25 | 116 |
| Los Angeles LakersLakers | 22 | 20 | 33 | 28 | 103 |
After Action Report
The Rockets took care of the Lakers 116-103. Shots fell that probably shouldn't have, and the Rockets cashed in. The Rockets carried the confidence of a hot streak right into this one; Rockets' defenders refused to give up clean looks. The Rockets bench chemistry carried them. Early returns: the Rockets per-player utilization choices fit the identity tonight.
What tipped it
- Rockets · Catching Fire Riding a 4+ game winning streak — confidence is high.
- Rockets · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.