Fri Jan 7, 2005 · 8:30 PM
Houston RocketsRockets
99
away
Chemistry
Hot
Los Angeles LakersLakers
102
home
Chemistry
Cold
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Houston RocketsRockets | 25 | 23 | 23 | 28 | 99 |
| Los Angeles LakersLakers | 27 | 25 | 20 | 30 | 102 |
After Action Report
The Lakers squeaked past the Rockets 102-99. Every possession went the Lakers way. Shots just aren't falling for the Lakers lately; Lakers' Run-and-Gun identity dictated the tempo.
What tipped it
- Lakers · Ice Cold On a 4+ game losing streak — shots aren't falling.
- Rockets · Bouncing Back A winning team just got tripped up — expect a response.