Celtics (
nathan) are the champions!
Sat Nov 13, 2004 · 8:30 PM
Los Angeles LakersLakers
112
away
Chemistry
Tense
Houston RocketsRockets
116
home
Chemistry
Steady
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Los Angeles LakersLakers | 33 | 19 | 21 | 39 | 112 |
| Houston RocketsRockets | 32 | 22 | 35 | 27 | 116 |
After Action Report
The Rockets squeaked past the Lakers 116-112. Rockets' scorers couldn't be contained. The Rockets owned the glass, generating extra possessions; Rockets' veteran poise eliminated the costly mistakes.
What tipped it
- Rockets · Glass Eaters Crashing the boards generates extra possessions and second-chance buckets.
- Lakers · Catching Fire Riding a 4+ game winning streak — confidence is high.
- Lakers · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.