Wed Jan 12, 2005 · 9:00 PM
Houston RocketsRockets
117
away
Chemistry
Elite
Dallas MavericksMavs
107
home
Chemistry
Tense
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Houston RocketsRockets | 33 | 25 | 35 | 24 | 117 |
| Dallas MavericksMavs | 35 | 24 | 26 | 22 | 107 |
After Action Report
The Rockets downed the Mavericks 117-107. Rockets' offense had its way with the Mavericks. The Mavericks answered the bell with a bounce-back effort; Mavericks' veteran poise eliminated the costly mistakes. The Rockets bench chemistry carried them. Rockets' rotation plan looked deliberate, and the right guys made the most of their roles.
What tipped it
- Mavericks · 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.