Sun Feb 6, 2005 · 3:30 PM
Los Angeles LakersLakers
109
away
Chemistry
Steady
Houston RocketsRockets
85
home
Chemistry
Cold
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Los Angeles LakersLakers | 27 | 30 | 27 | 25 | 109 |
| Houston RocketsRockets | 27 | 19 | 16 | 23 | 85 |
After Action Report
The Lakers demolished the Rockets 109-85. Execution down the stretch made the difference. The Lakers carried the swagger of a recent blowout into this one; the Rockets couldn't shake the cold spell. The Lakers bench chemistry carried them. It was over by halftime.
What tipped it
- Rockets · Ice Cold On a 4+ game losing streak — shots aren't falling.
- 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.