Sun Jan 9, 2005 · 8:00 PM
Houston RocketsRockets
110
away
Chemistry
Tense
Denver NuggetsNuggets
95
home
Chemistry
Steady
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Houston RocketsRockets | 34 | 22 | 25 | 29 | 110 |
| Denver NuggetsNuggets | 28 | 24 | 12 | 31 | 95 |
After Action Report
In a track meet, the Rockets pulled away from the Nuggets 110-95. The breakneck pace played right into Rockets' hands. The Rockets came in with something to prove after a loss; Rockets' veteran poise eliminated the costly mistakes.
What tipped it
- Nuggets · Rim Wreckers A trio of high-flyers run, dunk, and tilt the pace.
- Nuggets · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.
- Rockets · Bouncing Back A winning team just got tripped up — expect a response.