Wed Feb 9, 2005 · 8:30 PM
Chicago BullsBulls
93
away
Chemistry
Hot
Houston RocketsRockets
106
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Chemistry
Tense
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chicago BullsBulls | 17 | 27 | 24 | 25 | 93 |
| Houston RocketsRockets | 15 | 27 | 32 | 32 | 106 |
After Action Report
The Rockets downed the Bulls 106-93. Rockets controlled the tempo from tip to buzzer. Bulls' Rim Wreckers got loose for easy buckets in transition; the Bulls owned the glass, generating extra possessions. Early returns: the Rockets per-player utilization choices fit the identity tonight. Style points be damned.
What tipped it
- Bulls · Rim Wreckers A trio of high-flyers run, dunk, and tilt the pace.
- Bulls · Glass Eaters Crashing the boards generates extra possessions and second-chance buckets.