Thu Apr 7, 2005 · 7:30 PM
Houston RocketsRockets
116
away
Chemistry
Steady
Los Angeles LakersLakers
135
home
Chemistry
Tense
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Houston RocketsRockets | 24 | 32 | 26 | 34 | 116 |
| Los Angeles LakersLakers | 34 | 40 | 30 | 31 | 135 |
After Action Report
The Lakers downed the Rockets 135-116. Shots fell that probably shouldn't have, and the Lakers cashed in. Lakers' high-flyers tilted the pace and the rim; the Lakers 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 · Bouncing Back A winning team just got tripped up — expect a response.