Sat Nov 13, 2004 · 8:30 PM
Los Angeles LakersLakers
109
away
Chemistry
Steady
Houston RocketsRockets
134
home
Chemistry
Hot
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Los Angeles LakersLakers | 18 | 26 | 30 | 35 | 109 |
| Houston RocketsRockets | 38 | 26 | 37 | 33 | 134 |
After Action Report
In Houston, the Rockets demolished the Lakers 134-109. The tempo dragged the Lakers into a rhythm they couldn't survive. Rockets' Rim Wreckers got loose for easy buckets in transition; the Rockets pushed the pace until the other side broke. Never a doubt in this one.
What tipped it
- Rockets · Rim Wreckers A trio of high-flyers run, dunk, and tilt the pace.
- Lakers · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.