Sun Feb 6, 2005 · 3:30 PM
Los Angeles LakersLakers
99
away
Chemistry
Cold
Houston RocketsRockets
122
home
Chemistry
Cold
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Los Angeles LakersLakers | 34 | 30 | 15 | 20 | 99 |
| Houston RocketsRockets | 32 | 32 | 38 | 20 | 122 |
After Action Report
The Rockets blew the doors off the Lakers 122-99. The Rockets got every break — every loose ball, every bounce. The Rockets couldn't shake the cold spell; the Rockets pushed the pace until the other side broke. Early returns: the Rockets per-player utilization choices fit the identity tonight. It broke open after the break.
What tipped it
- Rockets · Ice Cold On a 4+ game losing streak — shots aren't falling.
- Rockets · Locker-Room Rift Tension in the locker room — poor ball movement and streaky play.
- Lakers · Statement Win Last time out, a 20+ point beating sent a message.