Fri Jan 7, 2005 · 8:30 PM
Houston RocketsRockets
118
away
Chemistry
Hot
Los Angeles LakersLakers
130
home
Chemistry
Hot
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Houston RocketsRockets | 29 | 33 | 28 | 28 | 118 |
| Los Angeles LakersLakers | 30 | 31 | 36 | 33 | 130 |
After Action Report
In a track meet, the Lakers handled the Rockets 130-118. Lakers' offense had its way with the Rockets. Lakers' Run-and-Gun identity dictated the tempo; Rockets' Rim Wreckers got loose for easy buckets in transition. Early returns: the Lakers per-player utilization choices fit the identity tonight.
What tipped it
- Rockets · Rim Wreckers A trio of high-flyers run, dunk, and tilt the pace.
- Rockets · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.