Thu Apr 7, 2005 · 7:30 PM
Houston RocketsRockets
109
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Chemistry
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Los Angeles LakersLakers
95
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Chemistry
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Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Houston RocketsRockets | 34 | 22 | 23 | 30 | 109 |
| Los Angeles LakersLakers | 29 | 14 | 34 | 18 | 95 |
After Action Report
The Rockets outlasted the Lakers 109-95. Every possession went the Rockets way. The Rockets answered the bell with a bounce-back effort; Lakers' high-flyers tilted the pace and the rim. The Rockets bench chemistry carried them.
What tipped it
- Lakers · Rim Wreckers A trio of high-flyers run, dunk, and tilt the pace.
- Lakers · Ice Cold On a 4+ game losing streak — shots aren't falling.
- Rockets · Bouncing Back A winning team just got tripped up — expect a response.
- Rockets · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.