Wed Mar 2, 2005 · 8:00 PM
Houston RocketsRockets
117
away
Chemistry
Tense
Washington WizardsWizards
120
home
Chemistry
Hot
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Houston RocketsRockets | 32 | 27 | 31 | 27 | 117 |
| Washington WizardsWizards | 26 | 37 | 29 | 28 | 120 |
After Action Report
The Wizards squeaked past the Rockets 120-117. Wizards' offense had its way with the Rockets. Wizards' Run-and-Gun identity dictated the tempo; Rockets' veteran poise eliminated the costly mistakes. The Wizards locker room is humming, and it showed. Wizards' rotation plan looked deliberate, and the right guys made the most of their roles.
What tipped it
- Wizards · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.