Sun Dec 26, 2004 · 8:30 PM
Los Angeles ClippersClippers
118
away
Chemistry
Hot
Houston RocketsRockets
111
home
Chemistry
Cold
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Los Angeles ClippersClippers | 30 | 29 | 28 | 31 | 118 |
| Houston RocketsRockets | 21 | 27 | 32 | 31 | 111 |
After Action Report
The Clippers edged the Rockets 118-111. Clippers torched the Rockets on the offensive end. The Clippers owned the glass, generating extra possessions; the Clippers sent shots into the fifth row all night. The Clippers bench chemistry carried them.
What tipped it
- Rockets · Statement Win Last time out, a 20+ point beating sent a message.
- Clippers · Glass Eaters Crashing the boards generates extra possessions and second-chance buckets.
- Clippers · Block Party Multiple shot-blockers turn the paint into a no-fly zone.
- Clippers · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.