Playoffs · Round 2 · Game 3
Houston RocketsRockets
95
away
Los Angeles LakersLakers
118
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Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Houston RocketsRockets | 17 | 17 | 33 | 28 | 95 |
| Los Angeles LakersLakers | 30 | 23 | 35 | 30 | 118 |
After Action Report
The Lakers demolished the Rockets 118-95. The Rockets had no answer for the variance gods tonight. The Lakers came in with something to prove after a loss; the Rockets ride keeps rolling — they're catching fire. The Lakers locker room is humming, and it showed. Garbage time started early.
What tipped it
- Lakers · Bouncing Back A winning team just got tripped up — expect a response.
- Lakers · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.
- 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.