Thu Dec 9, 2004 · 8:00 PM
San Antonio SpursSpurs
118
away
Chemistry
Steady
Houston RocketsRockets
112
home
Chemistry
Tense
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| San Antonio SpursSpurs | 23 | 28 | 34 | 33 | 118 |
| Houston RocketsRockets | 21 | 37 | 20 | 34 | 112 |
After Action Report
The Spurs edged the Rockets 118-112. The Spurs got every break — every loose ball, every bounce. Fresh off a statement win, the Spurs stayed locked in; Spurs' Run-and-Gun identity dictated the tempo. Early returns: the Spurs per-player utilization choices fit the identity tonight.
What tipped it
- Rockets · Glass Eaters Crashing the boards generates extra possessions and second-chance buckets.
- Rockets · Bouncing Back A winning team just got tripped up — expect a response.
- Spurs · Statement Win Last time out, a 20+ point beating sent a message.