Wed Feb 9, 2005 · 8:30 PM
Chicago BullsBulls
108
away
Chemistry
Hot
Houston RocketsRockets
116
home
Chemistry
Steady
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chicago BullsBulls | 31 | 26 | 19 | 32 | 108 |
| Houston RocketsRockets | 20 | 26 | 36 | 34 | 116 |
After Action Report
In Houston, the Rockets held off the Bulls 116-108. The tempo dragged the Bulls into a rhythm they couldn't survive. The Rockets owned the glass, generating extra possessions; the Rockets couldn't shake the cold spell. Early returns: the Rockets per-player utilization choices fit the identity tonight.
What tipped it
- Rockets · Glass Eaters Crashing the boards generates extra possessions and second-chance buckets.
- Rockets · Ice Cold On a 4+ game losing streak — shots aren't falling.
- Bulls · Rim Wreckers A trio of high-flyers run, dunk, and tilt the pace.
- Bulls · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.