Sat Apr 9, 2005 · 7:00 PM
Houston RocketsRockets
119
away
Chemistry
Steady
Phoenix SunsSuns
112
home
Chemistry
Steady
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Houston RocketsRockets | 31 | 24 | 32 | 32 | 119 |
| Phoenix SunsSuns | 28 | 27 | 31 | 26 | 112 |
After Action Report
The Rockets edged the Suns 119-112. Shots fell that probably shouldn't have, and the Rockets cashed in. Second-chance points piled up for the Rockets; Rockets' veteran poise eliminated the costly mistakes.
What tipped it
- Suns · Ice Cold On a 4+ game losing streak — shots aren't falling.
- Rockets · Glass Eaters Crashing the boards generates extra possessions and second-chance buckets.