Wed Feb 23, 2005 · 9:00 PM
Houston RocketsRockets
121
away
Chemistry
Steady
San Antonio SpursSpurs
117
home
Chemistry
Tense
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Houston RocketsRockets | 38 | 28 | 31 | 24 | 121 |
| San Antonio SpursSpurs | 24 | 30 | 35 | 28 | 117 |
After Action Report
In San Antonio, the Rockets snuck past the Spurs 121-117. Rockets controlled the tempo from tip to buzzer. The Rockets came in with something to prove after a loss; Rockets' Run-and-Gun identity dictated the tempo. The Rockets bench chemistry carried them. Early returns: the Rockets per-player utilization choices fit the identity tonight.
What tipped it
- 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.