Thu Apr 7, 2005 · 7:30 PM
Houston RocketsRockets
118
away
Chemistry
Hot
Los Angeles LakersLakers
106
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Chemistry
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Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Houston RocketsRockets | 23 | 33 | 31 | 31 | 118 |
| Los Angeles LakersLakers | 25 | 27 | 27 | 27 | 106 |
After Action Report
The Rockets pulled away from the Lakers 118-106. Rockets' scorers couldn't be contained. The Rockets came in with something to prove after a loss; Rockets' Lockdown identity stifled the opposing offense. The Rockets bench chemistry carried them. Rockets' rotation plan looked deliberate, and the right guys made the most of their roles.
What tipped it
- 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.
- Rockets · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.