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Sun Dec 26, 2004 · 8:30 PM
Los Angeles ClippersClippers
103
away
Chemistry Tense
Houston RocketsRockets
118
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Chemistry Steady

Box Score

TEAM Q1 Q2 Q3 Q4 FINAL
Los Angeles ClippersClippers 17 35 20 31 103
Houston RocketsRockets 32 34 26 26 118

After Action Report

In Houston, the Rockets downed the Clippers 118-103. Shots fell that probably shouldn't have, and the Rockets cashed in. The Rockets answered the bell with a bounce-back effort; Clippers' Rim Wreckers got loose for easy buckets in transition.

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 · Catching Fire Riding a 4+ game winning streak — confidence is high.
  • Clippers · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.