Fri Jan 7, 2005 · 8:30 PM
Houston RocketsRockets
108
away
Chemistry
Elite
Los Angeles LakersLakers
116
home
Chemistry
Steady
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Houston RocketsRockets | 29 | 24 | 21 | 34 | 108 |
| Los Angeles LakersLakers | 39 | 26 | 22 | 29 | 116 |
After Action Report
The Lakers edged the Rockets 116-108. The Rockets had no answer for the variance gods tonight. The Lakers answered the bell with a bounce-back effort; the Rockets carried the swagger of a recent blowout into this one.
What tipped it
- Lakers · Bouncing Back A winning team just got tripped up — expect a response.
- Rockets · Statement Win Last time out, a 20+ point beating sent a message.
- Rockets · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.