Fri Dec 17, 2004 · 8:30 PM
Golden State WarriorsWarriors
118
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Houston RocketsRockets
116
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Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Golden State WarriorsWarriors | 33 | 33 | 28 | 24 | 118 |
| Houston RocketsRockets | 25 | 30 | 31 | 30 | 116 |
After Action Report
In Houston, the Warriors squeaked past the Rockets 118-116. The Rockets had no answer for the variance gods tonight. Warriors' Rim Wreckers got loose for easy buckets in transition; the Warriors carried the swagger of a recent blowout into this one. Early returns: the Warriors per-player utilization choices fit the identity tonight.
What tipped it
- Rockets · Bouncing Back A winning team just got tripped up — expect a response.
- Warriors · Rim Wreckers A trio of high-flyers run, dunk, and tilt the pace.
- Warriors · Statement Win Last time out, a 20+ point beating sent a message.