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Wed Feb 2, 2005 · 8:00 PM
Houston RocketsRockets
118
away
Chemistry Steady
Philadelphia 76ers76ers
116
home
Chemistry Hot

Box Score

TEAM Q1 Q2 Q3 Q4 FINAL
Houston RocketsRockets 26 27 36 29 118
Philadelphia 76ers76ers 30 26 31 29 116

After Action Report

In Philadelphia, the Rockets snuck past the 76ers 118-116. The Rockets got every break — every loose ball, every bounce. The Rockets ride keeps rolling — they're catching fire; 76ers' shot-blockers turned the paint into a no-fly zone. The Rockets bench chemistry carried them. The Rockets rotation plan paid off — leaning into the right spots created real lift.

What tipped it

  • 76ers · Block Party Multiple shot-blockers turn the paint into a no-fly zone.
  • Rockets · Catching Fire Riding a 4+ game winning streak — confidence is high.
  • Rockets · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.