Tue Apr 5, 2005 · 7:30 PM
Houston RocketsRockets
109
away
Chemistry
Hot
Golden State WarriorsWarriors
123
home
Chemistry
Steady
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Houston RocketsRockets | 22 | 32 | 34 | 21 | 109 |
| Golden State WarriorsWarriors | 32 | 27 | 24 | 40 | 123 |
After Action Report
In Golden State, the Warriors took care of the Rockets 123-109. The Warriors got every break — every loose ball, every bounce. The Warriors came in with something to prove after a loss; Warriors' Run-and-Gun identity dictated the tempo. Warriors' rotation plan looked deliberate, and the right guys made the most of their roles.
What tipped it
- Warriors · Bouncing Back A winning team just got tripped up — expect a response.
- Rockets · Rim Wreckers A trio of high-flyers run, dunk, and tilt the pace.
- Rockets · Glass Eaters Crashing the boards generates extra possessions and second-chance buckets.
- Rockets · Catching Fire Riding a 4+ game winning streak — confidence is high.
- Rockets · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.