Tue Dec 7, 2004 · 8:30 PM
New Orleans HornetsHornets
106
away
Chemistry
Steady
Houston RocketsRockets
112
home
Chemistry
Tense
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| New Orleans HornetsHornets | 22 | 29 | 26 | 29 | 106 |
| Houston RocketsRockets | 31 | 26 | 26 | 29 | 112 |
After Action Report
In Houston, the Rockets outlasted the Hornets 112-106. Rockets' offense had its way with the Hornets. The Rockets came in with something to prove after a loss; Rockets' veteran poise eliminated the costly mistakes. Rockets' rotation plan looked deliberate, and the right guys made the most of their roles.
What tipped it
- Rockets · Bouncing Back A winning team just got tripped up — expect a response.
- Hornets · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.