Thu Apr 7, 2005 · 7:30 PM
Houston RocketsRockets
144
away
Chemistry
Hot
Los Angeles LakersLakers
129
home
Chemistry
Steady
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Houston RocketsRockets | 39 | 39 | 31 | 35 | 144 |
| Los Angeles LakersLakers | 33 | 28 | 31 | 37 | 129 |
After Action Report
In a track meet, the Rockets pulled away from the Lakers 144-129. Shots fell that probably shouldn't have, and the Rockets cashed in. Rockets' stars took over and bent the game to their will; Lakers' Rim Wreckers got loose for easy buckets in transition. The Rockets bench chemistry carried them.
What tipped it
- Lakers · Rim Wreckers A trio of high-flyers run, dunk, and tilt the pace.
- Rockets · Superstar Stack Two or more 90-overall stars bend games to their will on both ends.
- Rockets · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.