Thu Apr 7, 2005 · 7:30 PM
Houston RocketsRockets
99
away
Chemistry
Steady
Los Angeles LakersLakers
125
home
Chemistry
Steady
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Houston RocketsRockets | 22 | 25 | 26 | 26 | 99 |
| Los Angeles LakersLakers | 33 | 35 | 29 | 28 | 125 |
After Action Report
The Lakers buried the Rockets 125-99. The tempo dragged the Rockets into a rhythm they couldn't survive. Fresh off a statement win, the Lakers stayed locked in. The Lakers locker room is humming, and it showed. Garbage time started early.
What tipped it
- Lakers · Statement Win Last time out, a 20+ point beating sent a message.
- Lakers · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.