Sun Feb 6, 2005 · 3:30 PM
Los Angeles LakersLakers
97
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Chemistry
Hot
Houston RocketsRockets
105
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Chemistry
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Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Los Angeles LakersLakers | 26 | 29 | 24 | 18 | 97 |
| Houston RocketsRockets | 27 | 29 | 19 | 30 | 105 |
After Action Report
The Rockets edged the Lakers 105-97. The better team simply showed up tonight. Shots just aren't falling for the Rockets lately; the Lakers owned the glass, generating extra possessions.
What tipped it
- Rockets · Ice Cold On a 4+ game losing streak — shots aren't falling.
- Lakers · Glass Eaters Crashing the boards generates extra possessions and second-chance buckets.
- Lakers · Heartbreak A gutting last-second loss — revenge is on the menu.
- Lakers · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.