Thu Dec 2, 2004 · 8:00 PM
Houston RocketsRockets
113
away
Chemistry
Tense
Dallas MavericksMavs
121
home
Chemistry
Steady
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Houston RocketsRockets | 26 | 31 | 27 | 29 | 113 |
| Dallas MavericksMavs | 26 | 27 | 35 | 33 | 121 |
After Action Report
The Mavericks fended off the Rockets 121-113. Shots fell that probably shouldn't have, and the Mavericks cashed in. The Mavericks owned the glass, generating extra possessions; fresh off a statement win, the Rockets stayed locked in.
What tipped it
- Mavericks · Glass Eaters Crashing the boards generates extra possessions and second-chance buckets.
- Rockets · Statement Win Last time out, a 20+ point beating sent a message.