Sat Apr 9, 2005 · 7:00 PM
Houston RocketsRockets
99
away
Chemistry
Steady
Phoenix SunsSuns
116
home
Chemistry
Hot
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Houston RocketsRockets | 22 | 20 | 32 | 25 | 99 |
| Phoenix SunsSuns | 29 | 30 | 31 | 26 | 116 |
After Action Report
In Phoenix, the Suns pulled away from the Rockets 116-99. The Rockets had no answer for the variance gods tonight. The Suns came in with something to prove after a loss; Suns' veteran poise eliminated the costly mistakes. Early returns: the Suns per-player utilization choices fit the identity tonight.
What tipped it
- Suns · 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.