Thu Apr 7, 2005 · 7:30 PM
Houston RocketsRockets
124
away
Chemistry
Steady
Los Angeles LakersLakers
105
home
Chemistry
Cold
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Houston RocketsRockets | 21 | 19 | 47 | 37 | 124 |
| Los Angeles LakersLakers | 33 | 27 | 27 | 18 | 105 |
After Action Report
In a track meet, the Rockets downed the Lakers 124-105. Rockets torched the Lakers on the offensive end. Rockets' veteran poise eliminated the costly mistakes; the Lakers sent shots into the fifth row all night. The Rockets bench chemistry carried them. Tonight's Lakers utilization choices clashed with the team identity.
What tipped it
- Lakers · Block Party Multiple shot-blockers turn the paint into a no-fly zone.
- Lakers · Locker-Room Rift Tension in the locker room — poor ball movement and streaky play.
- Rockets · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.