Tue Jan 18, 2005 · 8:30 PM
Indiana PacersPacers
125
away
Chemistry
Steady
Houston RocketsRockets
134
home
Chemistry
Steady
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Indiana PacersPacers | 27 | 33 | 35 | 30 | 125 |
| Houston RocketsRockets | 38 | 27 | 36 | 33 | 134 |
After Action Report
In Houston, the Rockets edged the Pacers 134-125. The Rockets got every break — every loose ball, every bounce. Fresh off a statement win, the Rockets stayed locked in; Rockets' defenders refused to give up clean looks.
What tipped it
- Rockets · Statement Win Last time out, a 20+ point beating sent a message.
- Pacers · Catching Fire Riding a 4+ game winning streak — confidence is high.
- Pacers · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.