Wed Mar 2, 2005 · 8:00 PM
Houston RocketsRockets
115
away
Chemistry
Cold
Washington WizardsWizards
127
home
Chemistry
Steady
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Houston RocketsRockets | 31 | 31 | 28 | 25 | 115 |
| Washington WizardsWizards | 37 | 23 | 34 | 33 | 127 |
After Action Report
In Washington, the Wizards handled the Rockets 127-115. The breakneck pace played right into Wizards' hands. You could feel the revenge motivation from the Wizards; Wizards' Run-and-Gun identity dictated the tempo. The Wizards locker room is humming, and it showed. Early returns: the Wizards per-player utilization choices fit the identity tonight.
What tipped it
- Wizards · Heartbreak A gutting last-second loss — revenge is on the menu.
- Wizards · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.