Sat Nov 13, 2004 · 8:30 PM
Los Angeles LakersLakers
128
away
Chemistry
Hot
Houston RocketsRockets
116
home
Chemistry
Tense
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Los Angeles LakersLakers | 38 | 31 | 26 | 33 | 128 |
| Houston RocketsRockets | 26 | 31 | 28 | 31 | 116 |
After Action Report
The Lakers handled the Rockets 128-116. Lakers controlled the tempo from tip to buzzer. The Lakers owned the glass, generating extra possessions; shots just aren't falling for the Rockets lately. Whispers of a Rockets locker-room rift aren't helping.
What tipped it
- Rockets · Ice Cold On a 4+ game losing streak — shots aren't falling.
- Rockets · Locker-Room Rift Tension in the locker room — poor ball movement and streaky play.
- Lakers · Glass Eaters Crashing the boards generates extra possessions and second-chance buckets.