Mon Apr 18, 2005 · 7:30 PM
Los Angeles ClippersClippers
119
away
Chemistry
Tense
Houston RocketsRockets
120
home
Chemistry
Steady
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Los Angeles ClippersClippers | 33 | 31 | 27 | 28 | 119 |
| Houston RocketsRockets | 31 | 28 | 25 | 36 | 120 |
After Action Report
The Rockets squeaked past the Clippers 120-119. The Rockets got every break — every loose ball, every bounce. The Rockets came in with something to prove after a loss; the Rockets pushed the pace until the other side broke. Clippers' per-player workload didn't match the gameplan.
What tipped it
- Rockets · Bouncing Back A winning team just got tripped up — expect a response.
- Clippers · Rim Wreckers A trio of high-flyers run, dunk, and tilt the pace.
- Clippers · Ice Cold On a 4+ game losing streak — shots aren't falling.