Sun Feb 6, 2005 · 3:30 PM
Los Angeles LakersLakers
116
away
Chemistry
Tense
Houston RocketsRockets
117
home
Chemistry
Steady
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Los Angeles LakersLakers | 28 | 28 | 24 | 36 | 116 |
| Houston RocketsRockets | 27 | 26 | 29 | 35 | 117 |
After Action Report
The Rockets squeaked past the Lakers 117-116. Rockets torched the Lakers on the offensive end. The Rockets came in with something to prove after a loss; you could feel the revenge motivation from the Lakers.
What tipped it
- Rockets · Bouncing Back A winning team just got tripped up — expect a response.
- Lakers · Heartbreak A gutting last-second loss — revenge is on the menu.