Sat Nov 13, 2004 · 8:30 PM
Los Angeles LakersLakers
120
away
Chemistry
Tense
Houston RocketsRockets
116
home
Chemistry
Steady
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Los Angeles LakersLakers | 32 | 33 | 31 | 24 | 120 |
| Houston RocketsRockets | 27 | 30 | 24 | 35 | 116 |
After Action Report
The Lakers squeaked past the Rockets 120-116. Lineup balance gave the Lakers a clear synergy edge. The Lakers bent the defense out of shape from deep; Rockets' Run-and-Gun identity dictated the tempo.