Sun Apr 3, 2005 · 7:30 PM
Phoenix SunsSuns
110
away
Chemistry
Steady
Houston RocketsRockets
117
home
Chemistry
Cold
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Phoenix SunsSuns | 27 | 31 | 25 | 27 | 110 |
| Houston RocketsRockets | 21 | 36 | 31 | 29 | 117 |
After Action Report
In Houston, the Rockets knocked off the Suns 117-110. The breakneck pace played right into Rockets' hands. The Rockets pushed the pace until the other side broke; fresh off a statement win, the Suns stayed locked in. Early returns: the Rockets per-player utilization choices fit the identity tonight. An upset for the books.
What tipped it
- Suns · Statement Win Last time out, a 20+ point beating sent a message.
- Suns · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.