Fri Jan 21, 2005 · 8:30 PM
Houston RocketsRockets
121
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New York KnicksKnicks
110
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Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Houston RocketsRockets | 28 | 34 | 31 | 28 | 121 |
| New York KnicksKnicks | 28 | 32 | 24 | 26 | 110 |
After Action Report
The Rockets pulled away from the Knicks 121-110. The Knicks had no answer for the variance gods tonight. Fresh off a statement win, the Rockets stayed locked in; the Knicks played with the chip of a recent gutting loss. The Rockets bench chemistry carried them. Rockets' rotation plan looked deliberate, and the right guys made the most of their roles.
What tipped it
- Knicks · Heartbreak A gutting last-second loss — revenge is on the menu.
- 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.