Thu Apr 7, 2005 · 7:30 PM
Houston RocketsRockets
116
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Chemistry
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Los Angeles LakersLakers
96
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Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Houston RocketsRockets | 26 | 37 | 30 | 23 | 116 |
| Los Angeles LakersLakers | 19 | 15 | 34 | 28 | 96 |
After Action Report
In Los Angeles, the Rockets buried the Lakers 116-96. The better team simply showed up tonight. Rockets' Rim Wreckers got loose for easy buckets in transition; the Rockets came in with something to prove after a loss. Early returns: the Rockets per-player utilization choices fit the identity tonight. Never a doubt in this one.
What tipped it
- Lakers · Glass Eaters Crashing the boards generates extra possessions and second-chance buckets.
- Lakers · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.
- Rockets · Rim Wreckers A trio of high-flyers run, dunk, and tilt the pace.
- Rockets · Bouncing Back A winning team just got tripped up — expect a response.