Sat Nov 13, 2004 · 8:30 PM
Los Angeles LakersLakers
99
away
Chemistry
Tense
Houston RocketsRockets
126
home
Chemistry
Tense
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Los Angeles LakersLakers | 25 | 20 | 23 | 31 | 99 |
| Houston RocketsRockets | 36 | 24 | 33 | 33 | 126 |
After Action Report
The Rockets buried the Lakers 126-99. The Rockets got every break — every loose ball, every bounce. Lakers' old heads steadied the ship in the swings. The Lakers looked disjointed — chemistry issues linger. It was over by halftime.
What tipped it
- Lakers · Locker-Room Rift Tension in the locker room — poor ball movement and streaky play.