Wed Mar 2, 2005 · 8:00 PM
Houston RocketsRockets
102
away
Chemistry
Steady
Washington WizardsWizards
97
home
Chemistry
Tense
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Houston RocketsRockets | 24 | 25 | 31 | 22 | 102 |
| Washington WizardsWizards | 14 | 23 | 33 | 27 | 97 |
After Action Report
The Rockets squeaked past the Wizards 102-97. Execution down the stretch made the difference. The Rockets carried the swagger of a recent blowout into this one; the Wizards looked unstoppable — pure Buzzsaw mode.
What tipped it
- Wizards · Buzzsaw An 8+ game winning streak — they cannot be stopped (until the league catches up).
- Wizards · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.
- Rockets · Statement Win Last time out, a 20+ point beating sent a message.