Mon Oct 11, 2004 · 7:30 PM
· Preseason
Miami HeatHeat
89
away
Chemistry
Cold
Houston RocketsRockets
96
home
Chemistry
Steady
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Miami HeatHeat | 29 | 18 | 17 | 25 | 89 |
| Houston RocketsRockets | 25 | 23 | 25 | 23 | 96 |
After Action Report
In Houston, the Rockets edged the Heat 96-89. The Rockets won despite a cold shooting night — grit beat polish. Rockets' Lockdown identity stifled the opposing offense; the Heat pushed the pace until the other side broke. Style points be damned.