Wed Dec 29, 2004 · 8:00 PM
Houston RocketsRockets
128
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Cleveland CavaliersCavs
115
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Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Houston RocketsRockets | 27 | 31 | 36 | 34 | 128 |
| Cleveland CavaliersCavs | 35 | 28 | 18 | 34 | 115 |
After Action Report
The Rockets pulled away from the Cavaliers 128-115. The breakneck pace played right into Rockets' hands. The Rockets owned the glass, generating extra possessions; Rockets' Run-and-Gun identity dictated the tempo. The Rockets rotation plan paid off — leaning into the right spots created real lift.
What tipped it
- Cavaliers · Glass Eaters Crashing the boards generates extra possessions and second-chance buckets.
- Rockets · Glass Eaters Crashing the boards generates extra possessions and second-chance buckets.