Wed Apr 20, 2005 · 7:30 PM
Seattle SuperSonicsSonics
118
away
Chemistry
Steady
Houston RocketsRockets
135
home
Chemistry
Elite
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Seattle SuperSonicsSonics | 32 | 30 | 29 | 27 | 118 |
| Houston RocketsRockets | 35 | 32 | 37 | 31 | 135 |
After Action Report
In Houston, the Rockets pulled away from the SuperSonics 135-118. The breakneck pace played right into Rockets' hands. The Rockets owned the glass, generating extra possessions; the Rockets answered the bell with a bounce-back effort. Early returns: the Rockets per-player utilization choices fit the identity tonight.
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.
- SuperSonics · Rim Wreckers A trio of high-flyers run, dunk, and tilt the pace.
- SuperSonics · Glass Eaters Crashing the boards generates extra possessions and second-chance buckets.
- SuperSonics · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.