Playoffs · Round 1 · Game 4
Houston RocketsRockets
96
away
Los Angeles LakersLakers
109
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Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Houston RocketsRockets | 23 | 23 | 28 | 22 | 96 |
| Los Angeles LakersLakers | 25 | 29 | 29 | 26 | 109 |
After Action Report
The Lakers pulled away from the Rockets 109-96. Execution down the stretch made the difference. The Rockets carried the confidence of a hot streak right into this one; the Rockets bent the defense out of shape from deep. The Lakers rotation plan paid off — leaning into the right spots created real lift.
What tipped it
- Rockets · Catching Fire Riding a 4+ game winning streak — confidence is high.
- Rockets · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.