Sat Apr 9, 2005 · 7:00 PM
Houston RocketsRockets
97
away
Chemistry
Tense
Phoenix SunsSuns
118
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Chemistry
Hot
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Houston RocketsRockets | 18 | 33 | 18 | 28 | 97 |
| Phoenix SunsSuns | 36 | 30 | 26 | 26 | 118 |
After Action Report
The Suns buried the Rockets 118-97. The breakneck pace played right into Suns' hands. Fresh off a statement win, the Suns stayed locked in; Suns' Run-and-Gun identity dictated the tempo. Tonight's Rockets utilization choices clashed with the team identity. It was over by halftime.
What tipped it
- Suns · Statement Win Last time out, a 20+ point beating sent a message.
- Rockets · Glass Eaters Crashing the boards generates extra possessions and second-chance buckets.