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Wed Feb 9, 2005 · 8:30 PM
Chicago BullsBulls
98
away
Chemistry Hot
Houston RocketsRockets
115
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Chemistry Hot

Box Score

TEAM Q1 Q2 Q3 Q4 FINAL
Chicago BullsBulls 23 27 28 20 98
Houston RocketsRockets 31 29 28 27 115

After Action Report

The Rockets handled the Bulls 115-98. Shots fell that probably shouldn't have, and the Rockets cashed in. The Rockets came in with something to prove after a loss; Rockets' defenders refused to give up clean looks. The Rockets locker room is humming, and it showed. Early returns: the Rockets per-player utilization choices fit the identity tonight.

What tipped it

  • 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.
  • Bulls · Rim Wreckers A trio of high-flyers run, dunk, and tilt the pace.
  • Bulls · Bouncing Back A winning team just got tripped up — expect a response.
  • Bulls · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.