Fri Jan 7, 2005 · 8:30 PM
Houston RocketsRockets
106
away
Chemistry
Tense
Los Angeles LakersLakers
99
home
Chemistry
Hot
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Houston RocketsRockets | 25 | 27 | 17 | 37 | 106 |
| Los Angeles LakersLakers | 17 | 30 | 23 | 29 | 99 |
After Action Report
The Rockets outlasted the Lakers 106-99. The Rockets got every break — every loose ball, every bounce. You could feel the revenge motivation from the Rockets; Rockets' veteran poise eliminated the costly mistakes.
What tipped it
- Lakers · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.
- Rockets · Heartbreak A gutting last-second loss — revenge is on the menu.