Wed Mar 2, 2005 · 8:00 PM
Houston RocketsRockets
124
away
Chemistry
Steady
Washington WizardsWizards
100
home
Chemistry
Cold
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Houston RocketsRockets | 29 | 33 | 32 | 30 | 124 |
| Washington WizardsWizards | 24 | 28 | 24 | 24 | 100 |
After Action Report
The Rockets buried the Wizards 124-100. Rockets controlled the tempo from tip to buzzer. The Rockets owned the glass, generating extra possessions; the Rockets pushed the pace until the other side broke. Rockets' rotation plan looked deliberate, and the right guys made the most of their roles. Garbage time started early.
What tipped it
- Rockets · Glass Eaters Crashing the boards generates extra possessions and second-chance buckets.