Sun Oct 17, 2004 · 7:30 PM
· Preseason
Houston RocketsRockets
79
away
Chemistry
Tense
Sacramento KingsKings
100
home
Chemistry
Hot
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Houston RocketsRockets | 22 | 20 | 19 | 18 | 79 |
| Sacramento KingsKings | 24 | 28 | 24 | 24 | 100 |
After Action Report
The Kings buried the Rockets 100-79. The Kings won despite a cold shooting night — grit beat polish. The Kings owned the glass, generating extra possessions; the Rockets pushed the pace until the other side broke. It was over by halftime.
What tipped it
- Kings · Glass Eaters Crashing the boards generates extra possessions and second-chance buckets.