Thu Apr 7, 2005 · 7:30 PM
Houston RocketsRockets
126
away
Chemistry
Steady
Los Angeles LakersLakers
115
home
Chemistry
Hot
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Houston RocketsRockets | 36 | 33 | 33 | 24 | 126 |
| Los Angeles LakersLakers | 28 | 23 | 32 | 32 | 115 |
After Action Report
The Rockets took care of the Lakers 126-115. Shots fell that probably shouldn't have, and the Rockets cashed in. Rockets' veteran poise eliminated the costly mistakes; Lakers' Rim Wreckers got loose for easy buckets in transition. The Lakers rotation plan worked against them — wrong guys, wrong night.
What tipped it
- Lakers · Rim Wreckers A trio of high-flyers run, dunk, and tilt the pace.
- Lakers · Statement Win Last time out, a 20+ point beating sent a message.
- Lakers · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.