Thu Apr 7, 2005 · 7:30 PM
Houston RocketsRockets
137
away
Chemistry
Hot
Los Angeles LakersLakers
127
home
Chemistry
Hot
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Houston RocketsRockets | 32 | 37 | 35 | 33 | 137 |
| Los Angeles LakersLakers | 29 | 38 | 34 | 26 | 127 |
After Action Report
The Rockets pulled away from the Lakers 137-127. Shots fell that probably shouldn't have, and the Rockets cashed in. The Rockets owned the glass, generating extra possessions; the Rockets came in with something to prove after a loss.
What tipped it
- Lakers · Rim Wreckers A trio of high-flyers run, dunk, and tilt the pace.
- 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 · Bouncing Back A winning team just got tripped up — expect a response.