Fri Jan 7, 2005 · 8:30 PM
Houston RocketsRockets
128
away
Chemistry
Hot
Los Angeles LakersLakers
127
home
Chemistry
Tense
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | OT | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Houston RocketsRockets | 27 | 28 | 30 | 30 | 13 | 128 |
| Los Angeles LakersLakers | 27 | 33 | 29 | 26 | 12 | 127 |
After Action Report
The Rockets squeaked past the Lakers 128-127 in overtime. Rockets' scorers couldn't be contained. Rockets' Rim Wreckers got loose for easy buckets in transition; the Rockets carried the confidence of a hot streak right into this one. The Rockets bench chemistry carried them.
What tipped it
- Lakers · Heartbreak A gutting last-second loss — revenge is on the menu.
- Rockets · Rim Wreckers A trio of high-flyers run, dunk, and tilt the pace.
- Rockets · Catching Fire Riding a 4+ game winning streak — confidence is high.
- Rockets · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.