Sun Dec 26, 2004 · 8:30 PM
Los Angeles ClippersClippers
127
away
Chemistry
Tense
Houston RocketsRockets
122
home
Chemistry
Cold
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Los Angeles ClippersClippers | 30 | 33 | 35 | 29 | 127 |
| Houston RocketsRockets | 24 | 31 | 37 | 30 | 122 |
After Action Report
The Clippers survived the Rockets 127-122. The tempo dragged the Rockets into a rhythm they couldn't survive. The Clippers carried the swagger of a recent blowout into this one; the Rockets answered the bell with a bounce-back effort. The Clippers bench chemistry carried them.
What tipped it
- Rockets · Bouncing Back A winning team just got tripped up — expect a response.
- Clippers · Statement Win Last time out, a 20+ point beating sent a message.
- Clippers · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.