Tue Dec 28, 2004 · 8:00 PM
Houston RocketsRockets
120
away
Chemistry
Hot
Milwaukee BucksBucks
117
home
Chemistry
Cold
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | OT | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Houston RocketsRockets | 27 | 25 | 32 | 23 | 13 | 120 |
| Milwaukee BucksBucks | 28 | 26 | 27 | 26 | 10 | 117 |
After Action Report
The Rockets snuck past the Bucks 120-117 in overtime. Shots fell that probably shouldn't have, and the Rockets cashed in. Second-chance points piled up for the Bucks; the Bucks came in with something to prove after a loss. The Rockets bench chemistry carried them. Early returns: the Rockets per-player utilization choices fit the identity tonight.
What tipped it
- Bucks · Glass Eaters Crashing the boards generates extra possessions and second-chance buckets.
- Bucks · Bouncing Back A winning team just got tripped up — expect a response.
- Rockets · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.