Sun Jan 2, 2005 · 8:30 PM
Utah JazzJazz
104
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Chemistry
Steady
Houston RocketsRockets
133
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Chemistry
Elite
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Utah JazzJazz | 33 | 18 | 27 | 26 | 104 |
| Houston RocketsRockets | 38 | 35 | 30 | 30 | 133 |
After Action Report
In Houston, the Rockets rolled past the Jazz 133-104. The tempo dragged the Jazz into a rhythm they couldn't survive. The Rockets owned the glass, generating extra possessions; the Rockets answered the bell with a bounce-back effort. The Rockets rotation plan paid off — leaning into the right spots created real lift. It was over by halftime.
What tipped it
- Rockets · Glass Eaters Crashing the boards generates extra possessions and second-chance buckets.
- Rockets · Bouncing Back A winning team just got tripped up — expect a response.
- Jazz · Glass Eaters Crashing the boards generates extra possessions and second-chance buckets.
- Jazz · Bouncing Back A winning team just got tripped up — expect a response.