Sun Jan 9, 2005 · 8:00 PM
Houston RocketsRockets
108
away
Chemistry
Hot
Denver NuggetsNuggets
102
home
Chemistry
Tense
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Houston RocketsRockets | 27 | 30 | 21 | 30 | 108 |
| Denver NuggetsNuggets | 21 | 29 | 27 | 25 | 102 |
After Action Report
The Rockets outlasted the Nuggets 108-102. Execution down the stretch made the difference. The Rockets ride keeps rolling — they're catching fire; Rockets' defenders refused to give up clean looks. The Rockets bench chemistry carried them. Rockets' rotation plan looked deliberate, and the right guys made the most of their roles.
What tipped it
- Nuggets · Rim Wreckers A trio of high-flyers run, dunk, and tilt the pace.
- Nuggets · Bouncing Back A winning team just got tripped up — expect a response.
- Nuggets · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.
- Rockets · Catching Fire Riding a 4+ game winning streak — confidence is high.
- Rockets · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.