Thu Dec 2, 2004 · 8:00 PM
Houston RocketsRockets
124
away
Chemistry
Tense
Dallas MavericksMavs
99
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Chemistry
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Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Houston RocketsRockets | 23 | 29 | 37 | 35 | 124 |
| Dallas MavericksMavs | 23 | 31 | 18 | 27 | 99 |
After Action Report
In Dallas, the Rockets ran roughshod over the Mavericks 124-99. The Mavericks had no answer for the variance gods tonight. The Rockets ride keeps rolling — they're catching fire; Rockets' outside barrage was a constant threat. The Rockets bench chemistry carried them. It broke open after the break.
What tipped it
- Mavericks · Glass Eaters Crashing the boards generates extra possessions and second-chance buckets.
- Mavericks · Statement Win Last time out, a 20+ point beating sent a message.
- 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.