Mon Apr 11, 2005 · 7:00 PM
Houston RocketsRockets
141
away
Chemistry
Steady
Seattle SuperSonicsSonics
99
home
Chemistry
Tense
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Houston RocketsRockets | 39 | 38 | 28 | 36 | 141 |
| Seattle SuperSonicsSonics | 24 | 31 | 22 | 22 | 99 |
After Action Report
In Seattle, the Rockets rolled past the SuperSonics 141-99. The breakneck pace played right into Rockets' hands. The Rockets owned the glass, generating extra possessions; the Rockets answered the bell with a bounce-back effort. The Rockets bench chemistry carried them. Early returns: the Rockets per-player utilization choices fit the identity tonight. Garbage time started early.
What tipped it
- Rockets · Glass Eaters Crashing the boards generates extra possessions and second-chance buckets.
- Rockets · Bouncing Back A winning team just got tripped up — expect a response.
- Rockets · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.