Fri Jan 7, 2005 · 8:30 PM
Houston RocketsRockets
96
away
Chemistry
Cold
Los Angeles LakersLakers
129
home
Chemistry
Hot
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Houston RocketsRockets | 26 | 19 | 34 | 17 | 96 |
| Los Angeles LakersLakers | 34 | 36 | 26 | 33 | 129 |
After Action Report
In Los Angeles, the Lakers rolled past the Rockets 129-96. The Lakers got every break — every loose ball, every bounce. Fresh off a statement win, the Lakers stayed locked in; Rockets' old heads steadied the ship in the swings. The Lakers locker room is humming, and it showed. Tonight's Rockets utilization choices clashed with the team identity. Never a doubt in this one.
What tipped it
- Lakers · Statement Win Last time out, a 20+ point beating sent a message.
- Lakers · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.
- Rockets · Locker-Room Rift Tension in the locker room — poor ball movement and streaky play.