Wed Jan 5, 2005 · 9:00 PM
Phoenix SunsSuns
117
away
Chemistry
Steady
Houston RocketsRockets
119
home
Chemistry
Tense
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Phoenix SunsSuns | 20 | 39 | 36 | 22 | 117 |
| Houston RocketsRockets | 32 | 25 | 26 | 36 | 119 |
After Action Report
The Rockets survived the Suns 119-117. Shots fell that probably shouldn't have, and the Rockets cashed in. The Rockets carried the confidence of a hot streak right into this one; the Rockets pushed the pace until the other side broke. Early returns: the Rockets per-player utilization choices fit the identity tonight.
What tipped it
- Rockets · Catching Fire Riding a 4+ game winning streak — confidence is high.
- Suns · Glass Eaters Crashing the boards generates extra possessions and second-chance buckets.
- Suns · Heartbreak A gutting last-second loss — revenge is on the menu.