Sat Dec 11, 2004 · 8:30 PM
Dallas MavericksMavs
124
away
Chemistry
Hot
Houston RocketsRockets
127
home
Chemistry
Steady
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | OT | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dallas MavericksMavs | 28 | 28 | 39 | 21 | 8 | 124 |
| Houston RocketsRockets | 30 | 21 | 36 | 29 | 11 | 127 |
After Action Report
The Rockets squeaked past the Mavericks 127-124 in overtime. The Rockets got every break — every loose ball, every bounce. The Rockets owned the glass, generating extra possessions; Rockets' Run-and-Gun identity dictated the tempo.
What tipped it
- Rockets · Glass Eaters Crashing the boards generates extra possessions and second-chance buckets.
- Mavericks · Catching Fire Riding a 4+ game winning streak — confidence is high.