Sat Jan 15, 2005 · 8:30 PM
San Antonio SpursSpurs
109
away
Chemistry
Hot
Houston RocketsRockets
118
home
Chemistry
Tense
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| San Antonio SpursSpurs | 29 | 27 | 24 | 29 | 109 |
| Houston RocketsRockets | 31 | 27 | 31 | 29 | 118 |
After Action Report
The Rockets edged the Spurs 118-109. The tempo dragged the Spurs into a rhythm they couldn't survive. The Rockets pushed the pace until the other side broke; Spurs' Rim Wreckers got loose for easy buckets in transition. Early returns: the Rockets per-player utilization choices fit the identity tonight.
What tipped it
- Spurs · Rim Wreckers A trio of high-flyers run, dunk, and tilt the pace.
- Spurs · Catching Fire Riding a 4+ game winning streak — confidence is high.