Celtics (
nathan) are the champions!
Fri Jan 7, 2005 · 8:30 PM
Houston RocketsRockets
101
away
Chemistry
Tense
Los Angeles LakersLakers
134
home
Chemistry
Steady
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Houston RocketsRockets | 18 | 29 | 24 | 30 | 101 |
| Los Angeles LakersLakers | 28 | 35 | 43 | 28 | 134 |
After Action Report
The Lakers ran roughshod over the Rockets 134-101. Shots fell that probably shouldn't have, and the Lakers cashed in. The Lakers owned the glass, generating extra possessions; the Lakers answered the bell with a bounce-back effort. The Rockets looked disjointed — chemistry issues linger. Tonight's Rockets utilization choices clashed with the team identity. Garbage time started early.
What tipped it
- Lakers · Glass Eaters Crashing the boards generates extra possessions and second-chance buckets.
- Lakers · Bouncing Back A winning team just got tripped up — expect a response.
- Rockets · Ice Cold On a 4+ game losing streak — shots aren't falling.
- Rockets · Locker-Room Rift Tension in the locker room — poor ball movement and streaky play.