Wed Jan 5, 2005 · 9:00 PM
Phoenix SunsSuns
97
away
Chemistry
Steady
Houston RocketsRockets
111
home
Chemistry
Steady
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Phoenix SunsSuns | 27 | 23 | 26 | 21 | 97 |
| Houston RocketsRockets | 25 | 25 | 35 | 26 | 111 |
After Action Report
In a track meet, the Rockets took care of the Suns 111-97. The tempo dragged the Suns into a rhythm they couldn't survive. The Rockets answered the bell with a bounce-back effort; Rockets' outside barrage was a constant threat. Ugly, but it counts the same in the standings.
What tipped it
- Rockets · Bouncing Back A winning team just got tripped up — expect a response.
- Suns · Heartbreak A gutting last-second loss — revenge is on the menu.