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Sat Nov 20, 2004 · 1:30 PM
Houston RocketsRockets
112
away
Chemistry Hot
Los Angeles ClippersClippers
104
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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.