Sat Nov 13, 2004 · 8:30 PM
Los Angeles LakersLakers
148
away
Chemistry
Tense
Houston RocketsRockets
142
home
Chemistry
Cold
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | OT | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Los Angeles LakersLakers | 29 | 33 | 35 | 33 | 18 | 148 |
| Houston RocketsRockets | 28 | 39 | 31 | 32 | 12 | 142 |
After Action Report
In Houston, the Lakers edged the Rockets 148-142 in overtime. Shots fell that probably shouldn't have, and the Lakers cashed in. The Lakers carried the swagger of a recent blowout into this one; you could feel the revenge motivation from the Rockets.
What tipped it
- Rockets · Heartbreak A gutting last-second loss — revenge is on the menu.
- Rockets · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.
- Lakers · Statement Win Last time out, a 20+ point beating sent a message.