Thu Dec 2, 2004 · 8:00 PM
Houston RocketsRockets
101
away
Chemistry
Elite
Dallas MavericksMavs
104
home
Chemistry
Steady
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Houston RocketsRockets | 28 | 21 | 27 | 25 | 101 |
| Dallas MavericksMavs | 26 | 27 | 28 | 23 | 104 |
After Action Report
The Mavericks survived the Rockets 104-101. Execution down the stretch made the difference. Mavericks' Rim Wreckers got loose for easy buckets in transition; the Mavericks bent the defense out of shape from deep.
What tipped it
- Mavericks · Rim Wreckers A trio of high-flyers run, dunk, and tilt the pace.
- Rockets · Ice Cold On a 4+ game losing streak — shots aren't falling.