Sun Feb 6, 2005 · 3:30 PM
Los Angeles LakersLakers
112
away
Chemistry
Hot
Houston RocketsRockets
115
home
Chemistry
Steady
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Los Angeles LakersLakers | 25 | 30 | 33 | 24 | 112 |
| Houston RocketsRockets | 35 | 25 | 28 | 27 | 115 |
After Action Report
The Rockets squeaked past the Lakers 115-112. Shots fell that probably shouldn't have, and the Rockets cashed in. The Lakers played with the chip of a recent gutting loss; Lakers' defenders refused to give up clean looks.
What tipped it
- Lakers · Heartbreak A gutting last-second loss — revenge is on the menu.
- Lakers · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.