Tue Apr 5, 2005 · 7:30 PM
Houston RocketsRockets
122
away
Chemistry
Steady
Golden State WarriorsWarriors
98
home
Chemistry
Steady
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Houston RocketsRockets | 29 | 32 | 25 | 36 | 122 |
| Golden State WarriorsWarriors | 26 | 26 | 24 | 22 | 98 |
After Action Report
In a track meet, the Rockets demolished the Warriors 122-98. The breakneck pace played right into Rockets' hands. Rockets' Run-and-Gun identity dictated the tempo; the Warriors couldn't shake the cold spell. The Rockets bench chemistry carried them. Early returns: the Rockets per-player utilization choices fit the identity tonight. One bad quarter was all it took to crack this one open.
What tipped it
- Warriors · Ice Cold On a 4+ game losing streak — shots aren't falling.
- Rockets · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.