Fri Jan 7, 2005 · 8:30 PM
Houston RocketsRockets
125
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Chemistry
Hot
Los Angeles LakersLakers
118
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Chemistry
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Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Houston RocketsRockets | 24 | 31 | 38 | 32 | 125 |
| Los Angeles LakersLakers | 25 | 32 | 33 | 28 | 118 |
After Action Report
The Rockets edged the Lakers 125-118. Rockets torched the Lakers on the offensive end. The Rockets owned the glass, generating extra possessions; the Rockets carried the swagger of a recent blowout into this one. The Rockets bench chemistry carried them.
What tipped it
- Lakers · Heartbreak A gutting last-second loss — revenge is on the menu.
- Lakers · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.
- Rockets · Glass Eaters Crashing the boards generates extra possessions and second-chance buckets.
- Rockets · Statement Win Last time out, a 20+ point beating sent a message.
- Rockets · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.