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Wed Jan 5, 2005 · 9:00 PM
Phoenix SunsSuns
108
away
Chemistry Cold
Houston RocketsRockets
99
home
Chemistry Hot

Box Score

TEAM Q1 Q2 Q3 Q4 FINAL
Phoenix SunsSuns 23 31 22 32 108
Houston RocketsRockets 26 18 25 30 99

After Action Report

The Suns fended off the Rockets 108-99. The Rockets had no answer for the variance gods tonight. Shots just aren't falling for the Suns lately; the Rockets carried the swagger of a recent blowout into this one.

What tipped it

  • Rockets · Statement Win Last time out, a 20+ point beating sent a message.
  • Rockets · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.
  • Suns · Ice Cold On a 4+ game losing streak — shots aren't falling.
  • Suns · Locker-Room Rift Tension in the locker room — poor ball movement and streaky play.