Mon Apr 18, 2005 · 7:30 PM
Los Angeles ClippersClippers
116
away
Chemistry
Hot
Houston RocketsRockets
99
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Chemistry
Tense
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Los Angeles ClippersClippers | 28 | 27 | 29 | 32 | 116 |
| Houston RocketsRockets | 26 | 25 | 28 | 20 | 99 |
After Action Report
The Clippers handled the Rockets 116-99. The breakneck pace played right into Clippers' hands. Clippers' high-flyers tilted the pace and the rim; the Superstar Stack delivered when it mattered for the Clippers. The Clippers bench chemistry carried them.
What tipped it
- Rockets · Ice Cold On a 4+ game losing streak — shots aren't falling.
- Clippers · Rim Wreckers A trio of high-flyers run, dunk, and tilt the pace.
- Clippers · Superstar Stack Two or more 90-overall stars bend games to their will on both ends.
- Clippers · Catching Fire Riding a 4+ game winning streak — confidence is high.
- Clippers · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.