Fri Feb 4, 2005 · 9:30 PM
Houston RocketsRockets
115
away
Chemistry
Elite
Minnesota TimberwolvesWolves
116
home
Chemistry
Steady
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Houston RocketsRockets | 28 | 27 | 31 | 29 | 115 |
| Minnesota TimberwolvesWolves | 31 | 24 | 32 | 29 | 116 |
After Action Report
The Timberwolves squeaked past the Rockets 116-115. Timberwolves controlled the tempo from tip to buzzer. The Timberwolves pushed the pace until the other side broke; the Rockets owned the glass, generating extra possessions. Ugly, but it counts the same in the standings.
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.
- Rockets · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.