Thu Apr 7, 2005 · 7:30 PM
Houston RocketsRockets
120
away
Chemistry
Tense
Los Angeles LakersLakers
119
home
Chemistry
Steady
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Houston RocketsRockets | 25 | 24 | 33 | 38 | 120 |
| Los Angeles LakersLakers | 34 | 28 | 24 | 33 | 119 |
After Action Report
The Rockets snuck past the Lakers 120-119. Rockets' offense had its way with the Lakers. Second-chance points piled up for the Rockets; Rockets' veteran poise eliminated the costly mistakes.
What tipped it
- Lakers · Bouncing Back A winning team just got tripped up — expect a response.
- Rockets · Glass Eaters Crashing the boards generates extra possessions and second-chance buckets.
- Rockets · Locker-Room Rift Tension in the locker room — poor ball movement and streaky play.