Wed Feb 2, 2005 · 8:00 PM
Houston RocketsRockets
104
away
Chemistry
Hot
Philadelphia 76ers76ers
102
home
Chemistry
Hot
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Houston RocketsRockets | 23 | 27 | 29 | 25 | 104 |
| Philadelphia 76ers76ers | 19 | 20 | 29 | 34 | 102 |
After Action Report
The Rockets survived the 76ers 104-102. The breakneck pace played right into Rockets' hands. The Rockets came in with something to prove after a loss; the Rockets pushed the pace until the other side broke. The Rockets bench chemistry carried them. Rockets' rotation plan looked deliberate, and the right guys made the most of their roles. Ugly, but it counts the same in the standings.
What tipped it
- 76ers · Glass Eaters Crashing the boards generates extra possessions and second-chance buckets.
- 76ers · Superstar Stack Two or more 90-overall stars bend games to their will on both ends.
- Rockets · Bouncing Back A winning team just got tripped up — expect a response.
- Rockets · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.