Sat Nov 13, 2004 · 8:30 PM
Los Angeles LakersLakers
117
away
Chemistry
Elite
Houston RocketsRockets
102
home
Chemistry
Tense
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Los Angeles LakersLakers | 27 | 25 | 34 | 31 | 117 |
| Houston RocketsRockets | 32 | 27 | 24 | 19 | 102 |
After Action Report
The Lakers took care of the Rockets 117-102. The Lakers got every break — every loose ball, every bounce. The Lakers carried the confidence of a hot streak right into this one; fresh off a statement win, the Rockets stayed locked in. The Lakers bench chemistry carried them. Lakers' rotation plan looked deliberate, and the right guys made the most of their roles.
What tipped it
- Rockets · Statement Win Last time out, a 20+ point beating sent a message.
- 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.