Wed Jan 12, 2005 · 9:00 PM
Houston RocketsRockets
100
away
Chemistry
Tense
Dallas MavericksMavs
111
home
Chemistry
Tense
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Houston RocketsRockets | 33 | 14 | 26 | 27 | 100 |
| Dallas MavericksMavs | 27 | 16 | 30 | 38 | 111 |
After Action Report
In Dallas, the Mavericks outlasted the Rockets 111-100. Mavericks' offense had its way with the Rockets. Second-chance points piled up for the Rockets; the Rockets ride keeps rolling — they're catching fire. Mavericks' rotation plan looked deliberate, and the right guys made the most of their roles.
What tipped it
- Rockets · Glass Eaters Crashing the boards generates extra possessions and second-chance buckets.
- Rockets · Catching Fire Riding a 4+ game winning streak — confidence is high.
- Rockets · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.