Wed Jan 26, 2005 · 8:00 PM
Houston RocketsRockets
126
away
Chemistry
Hot
New Orleans HornetsHornets
97
home
Chemistry
Hot
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Houston RocketsRockets | 29 | 37 | 27 | 33 | 126 |
| New Orleans HornetsHornets | 27 | 17 | 23 | 30 | 97 |
After Action Report
The Rockets rolled past the Hornets 126-97. The Rockets got every break — every loose ball, every bounce. Fresh off a statement win, the Rockets stayed locked in; Hornets' high-flyers tilted the pace and the rim. The Rockets bench chemistry carried them. Early returns: the Rockets per-player utilization choices fit the identity tonight. It was over by halftime.
What tipped it
- Hornets · Rim Wreckers A trio of high-flyers run, dunk, and tilt the pace.
- Hornets · Bouncing Back A winning team just got tripped up — expect a response.
- Hornets · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.
- 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.