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Playoffs · Round 3 · Game 5
Houston RocketsRockets
123
away
Los Angeles LakersLakers
121
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Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Houston RocketsRockets | 33 | 25 | 29 | 36 | 123 |
| Los Angeles LakersLakers | 28 | 32 | 37 | 24 | 121 |
After Action Report
The Rockets snuck past the Lakers 123-121. The breakneck pace played right into Rockets' hands. Second-chance points piled up for the Rockets; the Rockets came in with something to prove after a loss.
What tipped it
- Lakers · Rim Wreckers A trio of high-flyers run, dunk, and tilt the pace.
- 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.
- Rockets · Glass Eaters Crashing the boards generates extra possessions and second-chance buckets.
- Rockets · Bouncing Back A winning team just got tripped up — expect a response.