Mon Apr 18, 2005 · 7:30 PM
Los Angeles ClippersClippers
101
away
Chemistry
Hot
Houston RocketsRockets
100
home
Chemistry
Tense
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Los Angeles ClippersClippers | 26 | 29 | 17 | 29 | 101 |
| Houston RocketsRockets | 22 | 32 | 21 | 25 | 100 |
After Action Report
The Clippers squeaked past the Rockets 101-100. Execution down the stretch made the difference. The Clippers owned the glass, generating extra possessions; the Clippers ride keeps rolling — they're catching fire. The Clippers bench chemistry carried them. Clippers' rotation plan looked deliberate, and the right guys made the most of their roles. Ugly, but it counts the same in the standings.
What tipped it
- Rockets · Bouncing Back A winning team just got tripped up — expect a response.
- Clippers · Glass Eaters Crashing the boards generates extra possessions and second-chance buckets.
- Clippers · Catching Fire Riding a 4+ game winning streak — confidence is high.
- Clippers · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.