Sun Dec 26, 2004 · 8:30 PM
Los Angeles ClippersClippers
112
away
Chemistry
Hot
Houston RocketsRockets
103
home
Chemistry
Steady
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Los Angeles ClippersClippers | 26 | 26 | 34 | 26 | 112 |
| Houston RocketsRockets | 31 | 26 | 29 | 17 | 103 |
After Action Report
The Clippers edged the Rockets 112-103. Execution down the stretch made the difference. The Clippers carried the swagger of a recent blowout into this one; Rockets' high-flyers tilted the pace and the rim. The Clippers bench chemistry carried them. The Clippers rotation plan paid off — leaning into the right spots created real lift.
What tipped it
- Rockets · Rim Wreckers A trio of high-flyers run, dunk, and tilt the pace.
- Clippers · Statement Win Last time out, a 20+ point beating sent a message.
- Clippers · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.