Sun Jan 2, 2005 · 8:30 PM
Utah JazzJazz
109
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Chemistry
Hot
Houston RocketsRockets
112
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Chemistry
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Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Utah JazzJazz | 26 | 28 | 27 | 28 | 109 |
| Houston RocketsRockets | 32 | 29 | 25 | 26 | 112 |
After Action Report
In Houston, the Rockets squeaked past the Jazz 112-109. Execution down the stretch made the difference. The Rockets carried the swagger of a recent blowout into this one; Jazz's old heads steadied the ship in the swings. The Rockets locker room is humming, and it showed. Early returns: the Rockets per-player utilization choices fit the identity tonight.
What tipped it
- Rockets · Statement Win Last time out, a 20+ point beating sent a message.
- Rockets · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.
- Jazz · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.