Thu Jan 13, 2005 · 8:00 PM
New Jersey NetsNets
88
away
Chemistry
Steady
Houston RocketsRockets
105
home
Chemistry
Steady
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| New Jersey NetsNets | 21 | 17 | 24 | 26 | 88 |
| Houston RocketsRockets | 25 | 30 | 30 | 20 | 105 |
After Action Report
The Rockets downed the Nets 105-88. The Nets couldn't capitalize even when shots wouldn't fall for the Rockets. The Nets came in with something to prove after a loss. The Rockets locker room is humming, and it showed. Tonight's Nets utilization choices clashed with the team identity. Survive-and-advance type win.
What tipped it
- Rockets · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.
- Nets · Bouncing Back A winning team just got tripped up — expect a response.