Tue Mar 1, 2005 · 8:30 PM
Houston RocketsRockets
118
away
Chemistry
Tense
Chicago BullsBulls
115
home
Chemistry
Steady
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | OT | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Houston RocketsRockets | 25 | 26 | 27 | 29 | 11 | 118 |
| Chicago BullsBulls | 28 | 20 | 29 | 30 | 8 | 115 |
After Action Report
The Rockets snuck past the Bulls 118-115 in overtime. Rockets' offense had its way with the Bulls. 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
- Bulls · Glass Eaters Crashing the boards generates extra possessions and second-chance buckets.
- Rockets · Bouncing Back A winning team just got tripped up — expect a response.