Thu Jan 13, 2005 · 8:00 PM
New Jersey NetsNets
118
away
Chemistry
Hot
Houston RocketsRockets
121
home
Chemistry
Steady
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| New Jersey NetsNets | 30 | 23 | 36 | 29 | 118 |
| Houston RocketsRockets | 34 | 27 | 35 | 25 | 121 |
After Action Report
The Rockets survived the Nets 121-118. Shots fell that probably shouldn't have, and the Rockets cashed in. The Rockets ride keeps rolling — they're catching fire; Rockets' outside barrage was a constant threat. The Rockets locker room is humming, and it showed. Early returns: the Rockets per-player utilization choices fit the identity tonight.
What tipped it
- Rockets · Catching Fire Riding a 4+ game winning streak — confidence is high.
- Rockets · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.