Wed Jan 5, 2005 · 9:00 PM
Phoenix SunsSuns
121
away
Chemistry
Tense
Houston RocketsRockets
122
home
Chemistry
Steady
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | OT1 | OT2 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Phoenix SunsSuns | 26 | 30 | 17 | 25 | 10 | 13 | 121 |
| Houston RocketsRockets | 29 | 25 | 22 | 22 | 10 | 14 | 122 |
After Action Report
The Rockets survived the Suns 122-121 in double overtime. Shots fell that probably shouldn't have, and the Rockets cashed in. The Rockets came in with something to prove after a loss; Rockets' Run-and-Gun identity dictated the tempo.
What tipped it
- Rockets · Bouncing Back A winning team just got tripped up — expect a response.
- Suns · Glass Eaters Crashing the boards generates extra possessions and second-chance buckets.
- Suns · Heartbreak A gutting last-second loss — revenge is on the menu.