Wed Jan 5, 2005 · 9:00 PM
Phoenix SunsSuns
116
away
Chemistry
Hot
Houston RocketsRockets
97
home
Chemistry
Steady
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Phoenix SunsSuns | 33 | 35 | 26 | 22 | 116 |
| Houston RocketsRockets | 23 | 31 | 28 | 15 | 97 |
After Action Report
The Suns took care of the Rockets 116-97. The Rockets had no answer for the variance gods tonight. Fresh off a statement win, the Rockets stayed locked in; Rockets' veteran poise eliminated the costly mistakes. The Suns bench chemistry carried them. Suns' rotation plan looked deliberate, and the right guys made the most of their roles.
What tipped it
- Rockets · Statement Win Last time out, a 20+ point beating sent a message.
- Suns · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.