Thu Dec 9, 2004 · 8:00 PM
San Antonio SpursSpurs
131
away
Chemistry
Hot
Houston RocketsRockets
121
home
Chemistry
Hot
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| San Antonio SpursSpurs | 32 | 30 | 42 | 27 | 131 |
| Houston RocketsRockets | 27 | 32 | 34 | 28 | 121 |
After Action Report
The Spurs downed the Rockets 131-121. The Rockets had no answer for the variance gods tonight. The Spurs couldn't shake the cold spell; Rockets' Run-and-Gun identity dictated the tempo. Early returns: the Spurs per-player utilization choices fit the identity tonight.
What tipped it
- Rockets · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.
- Spurs · Ice Cold On a 4+ game losing streak — shots aren't falling.