Thu Apr 7, 2005 · 7:30 PM
Houston RocketsRockets
97
away
Chemistry
Tense
Los Angeles LakersLakers
114
home
Chemistry
Hot
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Houston RocketsRockets | 31 | 23 | 21 | 22 | 97 |
| Los Angeles LakersLakers | 31 | 26 | 26 | 31 | 114 |
After Action Report
The Lakers handled the Rockets 114-97. Execution down the stretch made the difference. Lakers' high-flyers tilted the pace and the rim; Lakers' outside barrage was a constant threat. The Lakers locker room is humming, and it showed.
What tipped it
- Lakers · Rim Wreckers A trio of high-flyers run, dunk, and tilt the pace.
- Lakers · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.