Mon Apr 18, 2005 · 7:30 PM
Los Angeles ClippersClippers
95
away
Chemistry
Cold
Houston RocketsRockets
119
home
Chemistry
Steady
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Los Angeles ClippersClippers | 22 | 28 | 26 | 19 | 95 |
| Houston RocketsRockets | 30 | 29 | 33 | 27 | 119 |
After Action Report
The Rockets ran roughshod over the Clippers 119-95. Lineup balance gave the Rockets a clear synergy edge. The Rockets came in with something to prove after a loss; Clippers' Rim Wreckers got loose for easy buckets in transition. The Clippers looked disjointed — chemistry issues linger. It broke open after the break.
What tipped it
- Rockets · Bouncing Back A winning team just got tripped up — expect a response.
- Clippers · Rim Wreckers A trio of high-flyers run, dunk, and tilt the pace.
- Clippers · Crashing An 8+ game losing skid — heads are down, both ends suffer.
- Clippers · Locker-Room Rift Tension in the locker room — poor ball movement and streaky play.