Fri Jan 7, 2005 · 8:30 PM
Houston RocketsRockets
89
away
Chemistry
Tense
Los Angeles LakersLakers
120
home
Chemistry
Tense
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Houston RocketsRockets | 26 | 18 | 19 | 26 | 89 |
| Los Angeles LakersLakers | 34 | 37 | 19 | 30 | 120 |
After Action Report
In Los Angeles, the Lakers ran roughshod over the Rockets 120-89. The Lakers got every break — every loose ball, every bounce. The Rockets came in with something to prove after a loss. Garbage time started early.
What tipped it
- Rockets · Bouncing Back A winning team just got tripped up — expect a response.