Mon Apr 18, 2005 · 7:30 PM
Los Angeles ClippersClippers
89
away
Chemistry
Elite
Houston RocketsRockets
86
home
Chemistry
Steady
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Los Angeles ClippersClippers | 25 | 19 | 22 | 23 | 89 |
| Houston RocketsRockets | 24 | 19 | 23 | 20 | 86 |
After Action Report
The Clippers snuck past the Rockets 89-86. The Rockets couldn't capitalize even when shots wouldn't fall for the Clippers. Clippers' defenders refused to give up clean looks; fresh off a statement win, the Rockets stayed locked in. The Clippers bench chemistry carried them. Clippers' rotation plan looked deliberate, and the right guys made the most of their roles. Ugly, but it counts the same in the standings.
What tipped it
- Rockets · Statement Win Last time out, a 20+ point beating sent a message.
- Clippers · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.