Wed Jan 12, 2005 · 9:00 PM
Houston RocketsRockets
115
away
Chemistry
Tense
Dallas MavericksMavs
108
home
Chemistry
Hot
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Houston RocketsRockets | 30 | 32 | 23 | 30 | 115 |
| Dallas MavericksMavs | 33 | 27 | 23 | 25 | 108 |
After Action Report
The Rockets edged the Mavericks 115-108. Shots fell that probably shouldn't have, and the Rockets cashed in. The Mavericks owned the glass, generating extra possessions; the Mavericks carried the confidence of a hot streak right into this one.
What tipped it
- Mavericks · Glass Eaters Crashing the boards generates extra possessions and second-chance buckets.
- Mavericks · Catching Fire Riding a 4+ game winning streak — confidence is high.
- Mavericks · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.