Celtics (
nathan) are the champions!
Thu Apr 7, 2005 · 7:30 PM
Houston RocketsRockets
108
away
Chemistry
Hot
Los Angeles LakersLakers
99
home
Chemistry
Tense
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Houston RocketsRockets | 24 | 35 | 23 | 26 | 108 |
| Los Angeles LakersLakers | 31 | 22 | 25 | 21 | 99 |
After Action Report
In Los Angeles, the Rockets edged the Lakers 108-99. The better team simply showed up tonight. The Rockets played with the chip of a recent gutting loss; Rockets' veteran poise eliminated the costly mistakes.
What tipped it
- Lakers · Rim Wreckers A trio of high-flyers run, dunk, and tilt the pace.
- Lakers · Glass Eaters Crashing the boards generates extra possessions and second-chance buckets.
- Rockets · Heartbreak A gutting last-second loss — revenge is on the menu.