Tue Nov 23, 2004 · 8:00 PM
Houston RocketsRockets
97
away
Chemistry
Tense
Sacramento KingsKings
122
home
Chemistry
Steady
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Houston RocketsRockets | 25 | 28 | 16 | 28 | 97 |
| Sacramento KingsKings | 26 | 28 | 29 | 39 | 122 |
After Action Report
The Kings rolled past the Rockets 122-97. Shots fell that probably shouldn't have, and the Kings cashed in. The Kings are in a full-on tailspin; Kings' veteran poise eliminated the costly mistakes. One bad quarter was all it took to crack this one open.
What tipped it
- Kings · Crashing An 8+ game losing skid — heads are down, both ends suffer.
- Kings · Locker-Room Rift Tension in the locker room — poor ball movement and streaky play.
- Rockets · Balanced Five A starting five that covers every position with even talent finds a synergy edge.
- Rockets · Statement Win Last time out, a 20+ point beating sent a message.
- Rockets · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.