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Sat Nov 13, 2004 · 8:30 PM
Los Angeles LakersLakers
113
away
Chemistry Steady
Houston RocketsRockets
119
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Chemistry Steady

Box Score

TEAM Q1 Q2 Q3 Q4 FINAL
Los Angeles LakersLakers 32 27 30 24 113
Houston RocketsRockets 24 34 36 25 119

After Action Report

In Houston, the Rockets outlasted the Lakers 119-113. Shots fell that probably shouldn't have, and the Rockets cashed in. Rockets' Rim Wreckers got loose for easy buckets in transition; the Rockets pushed the pace until the other side broke.

What tipped it

  • Rockets · Rim Wreckers A trio of high-flyers run, dunk, and tilt the pace.
  • Lakers · Rim Wreckers A trio of high-flyers run, dunk, and tilt the pace.
  • Lakers · Catching Fire Riding a 4+ game winning streak — confidence is high.
  • Lakers · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.