Fri Jan 7, 2005 · 8:30 PM
Houston RocketsRockets
111
away
Chemistry
Tense
Los Angeles LakersLakers
128
home
Chemistry
Steady
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Houston RocketsRockets | 22 | 29 | 32 | 28 | 111 |
| Los Angeles LakersLakers | 34 | 28 | 31 | 35 | 128 |
After Action Report
The Lakers handled the Rockets 128-111. The breakneck pace played right into Lakers' hands. The Lakers answered the bell with a bounce-back effort; fresh off a statement win, the Rockets stayed locked in.
What tipped it
- Lakers · Bouncing Back A winning team just got tripped up — expect a response.
- 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.