Fri Jan 7, 2005 · 8:30 PM
Houston RocketsRockets
118
away
Chemistry
Steady
Los Angeles LakersLakers
117
home
Chemistry
Steady
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Houston RocketsRockets | 30 | 34 | 30 | 24 | 118 |
| Los Angeles LakersLakers | 31 | 33 | 29 | 24 | 117 |
After Action Report
In a track meet, the Rockets snuck past the Lakers 118-117. The tempo dragged the Lakers into a rhythm they couldn't survive. The Rockets answered the bell with a bounce-back effort; fresh off a statement win, the Lakers stayed locked in.
What tipped it
- Lakers · Statement Win Last time out, a 20+ point beating sent a message.
- Lakers · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.
- Rockets · Bouncing Back A winning team just got tripped up — expect a response.