Thu Apr 7, 2005 · 7:30 PM
Houston RocketsRockets
101
away
Chemistry
Hot
Los Angeles LakersLakers
102
home
Chemistry
Tense
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Houston RocketsRockets | 25 | 27 | 21 | 28 | 101 |
| Los Angeles LakersLakers | 22 | 31 | 28 | 21 | 102 |
After Action Report
The Lakers snuck past the Rockets 102-101. The better team simply showed up tonight. The Lakers carried the confidence of a hot streak right into this one; the Lakers bent the defense out of shape from deep.
What tipped it
- Lakers · Catching Fire Riding a 4+ game winning streak — confidence is high.
- Rockets · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.