Fri Feb 4, 2005 · 9:30 PM
Houston RocketsRockets
96
away
Chemistry
Hot
Minnesota TimberwolvesWolves
92
home
Chemistry
Steady
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Houston RocketsRockets | 23 | 25 | 26 | 22 | 96 |
| Minnesota TimberwolvesWolves | 24 | 17 | 23 | 28 | 92 |
After Action Report
The Rockets squeaked past the Timberwolves 96-92. The Timberwolves couldn't capitalize even when shots wouldn't fall for the Rockets. The Rockets came in with something to prove after a loss; Rockets' Lockdown identity stifled the opposing offense. The Rockets bench chemistry carried them. The Rockets rotation plan paid off — leaning into the right spots created real lift. Ugly, but it counts the same in the standings.
What tipped it
- Timberwolves · Statement Win Last time out, a 20+ point beating sent a message.
- 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.