Sun Jan 2, 2005 · 8:30 PM
Utah JazzJazz
124
away
Chemistry
Elite
Houston RocketsRockets
126
home
Chemistry
Tense
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Utah JazzJazz | 27 | 34 | 34 | 29 | 124 |
| Houston RocketsRockets | 30 | 22 | 33 | 41 | 126 |
After Action Report
The Rockets snuck past the Jazz 126-124. Rockets controlled the tempo from tip to buzzer. The Rockets owned the glass, generating extra possessions; Rockets' old heads steadied the ship in the swings.
What tipped it
- Rockets · Glass Eaters Crashing the boards generates extra possessions and second-chance buckets.
- Jazz · Statement Win Last time out, a 20+ point beating sent a message.