Sun Feb 6, 2005 · 3:30 PM
Los Angeles LakersLakers
105
away
Chemistry
Hot
Houston RocketsRockets
113
home
Chemistry
Steady
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Los Angeles LakersLakers | 23 | 33 | 22 | 27 | 105 |
| Houston RocketsRockets | 34 | 24 | 30 | 25 | 113 |
After Action Report
The Rockets stunned the Lakers 113-105. Execution down the stretch made the difference. Rockets' veteran poise eliminated the costly mistakes; Lakers' Rim Wreckers got loose for easy buckets in transition. An upset for the books.
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.