Playoffs · Round 3 · Game 4
Houston RocketsRockets
103
away
Los Angeles LakersLakers
117
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Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Houston RocketsRockets | 23 | 27 | 29 | 24 | 103 |
| Los Angeles LakersLakers | 27 | 35 | 28 | 27 | 117 |
After Action Report
In Los Angeles, the Lakers pulled away from the Rockets 117-103. The better team simply showed up tonight. Lakers' Run-and-Gun identity dictated the tempo; the Rockets came in with something to prove after a loss. Early returns: the Lakers per-player utilization choices fit the identity tonight.
What tipped it
- 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.
