Sat Nov 13, 2004 · 8:30 PM
Los Angeles LakersLakers
120
away
Chemistry
Steady
Houston RocketsRockets
119
home
Chemistry
Tense
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Los Angeles LakersLakers | 30 | 28 | 30 | 32 | 120 |
| Houston RocketsRockets | 19 | 38 | 38 | 24 | 119 |
After Action Report
The Lakers squeaked past the Rockets 120-119. Lakers torched the Rockets on the offensive end. The Lakers bent the defense out of shape from deep; Rockets' balanced five covered every spot on the floor. Early returns: the Lakers per-player utilization choices fit the identity tonight.
What tipped it
- Rockets · Balanced Five A starting five that covers every position with even talent finds a synergy edge.
- Rockets · Bouncing Back A winning team just got tripped up — expect a response.
- Rockets · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.