Mon Apr 18, 2005 · 7:30 PM
Los Angeles ClippersClippers
97
away
Chemistry
Hot
Houston RocketsRockets
96
home
Chemistry
Tense
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Los Angeles ClippersClippers | 21 | 24 | 32 | 20 | 97 |
| Houston RocketsRockets | 28 | 20 | 22 | 26 | 96 |
After Action Report
The Clippers snuck past the Rockets 97-96. Ugly basketball, but the Clippers did just enough. The Rockets came in with something to prove after a loss. The Clippers bench chemistry carried them. Survive-and-advance type win.
What tipped it
- Rockets · Bouncing Back A winning team just got tripped up — expect a response.
- Clippers · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.