Celtics (
nathan) are the champions!
Thu Apr 7, 2005 · 7:30 PM
Houston RocketsRockets
119
away
Chemistry
Tense
Los Angeles LakersLakers
101
home
Chemistry
Tense
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Houston RocketsRockets | 39 | 20 | 28 | 32 | 119 |
| Los Angeles LakersLakers | 29 | 34 | 16 | 22 | 101 |
After Action Report
The Rockets outlasted the Lakers 119-101. The Rockets got every break — every loose ball, every bounce. You could feel the revenge motivation from the Rockets; Lakers' veteran poise eliminated the costly mistakes. Rockets' rotation plan looked deliberate, and the right guys made the most of their roles.
What tipped it
- Rockets · Heartbreak A gutting last-second loss — revenge is on the menu.