Thu Apr 7, 2005 · 7:30 PM
Houston RocketsRockets
88
away
Chemistry
Steady
Los Angeles LakersLakers
122
home
Chemistry
Tense
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Houston RocketsRockets | 30 | 16 | 22 | 20 | 88 |
| Los Angeles LakersLakers | 32 | 37 | 29 | 24 | 122 |
After Action Report
The Lakers demolished the Rockets 122-88. The Rockets had no answer for the variance gods tonight. The Lakers answered the bell with a bounce-back effort; Lakers' outside barrage was a constant threat. It was over by halftime.
What tipped it
- Lakers · Bouncing Back A winning team just got tripped up — expect a response.
- Lakers · Locker-Room Rift Tension in the locker room — poor ball movement and streaky play.
- Rockets · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.