Fri Mar 11, 2005 · 8:00 PM
Houston RocketsRockets
101
away
Chemistry
Tense
Phoenix SunsSuns
97
home
Chemistry
Steady
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Houston RocketsRockets | 28 | 25 | 26 | 22 | 101 |
| Phoenix SunsSuns | 25 | 23 | 30 | 19 | 97 |
After Action Report
The Rockets squeaked past the Suns 101-97. Execution down the stretch made the difference. The Rockets came in with something to prove after a loss; Rockets' Run-and-Gun identity dictated the tempo. The Rockets bench chemistry carried them.
What tipped it
- Suns · Rim Wreckers A trio of high-flyers run, dunk, and tilt the pace.
- Suns · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.
- Rockets · Bouncing Back A winning team just got tripped up — expect a response.
- Rockets · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.