Sat Nov 20, 2004 · 1:30 PM
Houston RocketsRockets
112
away
Chemistry
Hot
Los Angeles ClippersClippers
104
home
Chemistry
Tense
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Houston RocketsRockets | 29 | 30 | 30 | 23 | 112 |
| Los Angeles ClippersClippers | 24 | 27 | 30 | 23 | 104 |
After Action Report
The Rockets edged the Clippers 112-104. Rockets' scorers couldn't be contained. The Rockets owned the glass, generating extra possessions; the Rockets came in with something to prove after a loss. The Rockets bench chemistry carried them. Early returns: the Rockets per-player utilization choices fit the identity tonight.
What tipped it
- Clippers · Catching Fire Riding a 4+ game winning streak — confidence is high.
- Rockets · Glass Eaters Crashing the boards generates extra possessions and second-chance buckets.
- Rockets · 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.