Fri Jan 7, 2005 · 8:30 PM
Houston RocketsRockets
114
away
Chemistry
Steady
Los Angeles LakersLakers
100
home
Chemistry
Tense
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Houston RocketsRockets | 30 | 24 | 27 | 33 | 114 |
| Los Angeles LakersLakers | 28 | 24 | 27 | 21 | 100 |
After Action Report
The Rockets downed the Lakers 114-100. Rockets' positional fit overwhelmed the Lakers rotation. The Rockets played with the chip of a recent gutting loss; Rockets' Lockdown identity stifled the opposing offense. The Rockets bench chemistry carried them. Tonight's Lakers utilization choices clashed with the team identity.
What tipped it
- Rockets · Heartbreak A gutting last-second loss — revenge is on the menu.
- Rockets · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.