Wed Jan 12, 2005 · 9:00 PM
Houston RocketsRockets
121
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Dallas MavericksMavs
116
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Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Houston RocketsRockets | 33 | 27 | 28 | 33 | 121 |
| Dallas MavericksMavs | 21 | 37 | 26 | 32 | 116 |
After Action Report
In a track meet, the Rockets survived the Mavericks 121-116. Rockets controlled the tempo from tip to buzzer. Fresh off a statement win, the Rockets stayed locked in; Rockets' defenders refused to give up clean looks. The Rockets bench chemistry carried them.
What tipped it
- Mavericks · Statement Win Last time out, a 20+ point beating sent a message.
- Rockets · Statement Win Last time out, a 20+ point beating sent a message.
- Rockets · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.