Fri Jan 7, 2005 · 8:30 PM
Houston RocketsRockets
103
away
Chemistry
Tense
Los Angeles LakersLakers
97
home
Chemistry
Tense
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Houston RocketsRockets | 23 | 24 | 22 | 34 | 103 |
| Los Angeles LakersLakers | 28 | 23 | 21 | 25 | 97 |
After Action Report
The Rockets edged the Lakers 103-97. Rockets' positional fit overwhelmed the Lakers rotation. The Lakers carried the swagger of a recent blowout into this one; Lakers' Run-and-Gun identity dictated the tempo.
What tipped it
- Lakers · Statement Win Last time out, a 20+ point beating sent a message.