Thu Apr 7, 2005 · 7:30 PM
Houston RocketsRockets
99
away
Chemistry
Hot
Los Angeles LakersLakers
102
home
Chemistry
Tense
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Houston RocketsRockets | 25 | 24 | 30 | 20 | 99 |
| Los Angeles LakersLakers | 21 | 27 | 27 | 27 | 102 |
After Action Report
The Lakers squeaked past the Rockets 102-99. Lakers' offense had its way with the Rockets. The Lakers carried the swagger of a recent blowout into this one; Lakers' Run-and-Gun identity dictated the tempo. Ugly, but it counts the same in the standings.
What tipped it
- Lakers · Statement Win Last time out, a 20+ point beating sent a message.
- 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.