Mon Mar 28, 2005 · 8:00 PM
Houston RocketsRockets
96
away
Chemistry
Steady
Utah JazzJazz
92
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Chemistry
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Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Houston RocketsRockets | 26 | 23 | 23 | 24 | 96 |
| Utah JazzJazz | 23 | 20 | 21 | 28 | 92 |
After Action Report
The Rockets survived the Jazz 96-92. The Jazz couldn't capitalize even when shots wouldn't fall for the Rockets. The Rockets came in with something to prove after a loss; Jazz's Rim Wreckers got loose for easy buckets in transition. Survive-and-advance type win.
What tipped it
- Jazz · Rim Wreckers A trio of high-flyers run, dunk, and tilt the pace.
- Jazz · Glass Eaters Crashing the boards generates extra possessions and second-chance buckets.
- Jazz · Catching Fire Riding a 4+ game winning streak — confidence is high.
- Jazz · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.
- Rockets · Bouncing Back A winning team just got tripped up — expect a response.