Thu Apr 7, 2005 · 7:30 PM
Houston RocketsRockets
107
away
Chemistry
Tense
Los Angeles LakersLakers
149
home
Chemistry
Steady
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Houston RocketsRockets | 20 | 24 | 29 | 34 | 107 |
| Los Angeles LakersLakers | 33 | 42 | 43 | 31 | 149 |
After Action Report
The Lakers demolished the Rockets 149-107. Shots fell that probably shouldn't have, and the Lakers cashed in. Fresh off a statement win, the Lakers stayed locked in; Lakers' old heads steadied the ship in the swings. Never a doubt in this one.
What tipped it
- Lakers · Statement Win Last time out, a 20+ point beating sent a message.
- Rockets · Heartbreak A gutting last-second loss — revenge is on the menu.
- Rockets · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.