Sun Feb 27, 2005 · 4:00 PM
Utah JazzJazz
128
away
Chemistry
Elite
Houston RocketsRockets
119
home
Chemistry
Steady
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | OT | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Utah JazzJazz | 27 | 21 | 26 | 37 | 17 | 128 |
| Houston RocketsRockets | 29 | 31 | 28 | 23 | 8 | 119 |
After Action Report
The Jazz edged the Rockets 128-119 in overtime. Jazz's scorers couldn't be contained. Jazz's Rim Wreckers got loose for easy buckets in transition; the Jazz answered the bell with a bounce-back effort. The Jazz bench chemistry carried them. Early returns: the Jazz per-player utilization choices fit the identity tonight.
What tipped it
- Rockets · Catching Fire Riding a 4+ game winning streak — confidence is high.
- Jazz · Rim Wreckers A trio of high-flyers run, dunk, and tilt the pace.
- Jazz · Bouncing Back A winning team just got tripped up — expect a response.
- Jazz · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.