Thu Oct 28, 2004 · 7:30 PM
· Preseason
San Antonio SpursSpurs
115
away
Chemistry
Tense
Houston RocketsRockets
125
home
Chemistry
Elite
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| San Antonio SpursSpurs | 37 | 30 | 29 | 19 | 115 |
| Houston RocketsRockets | 23 | 27 | 36 | 39 | 125 |
After Action Report
In Houston, the Rockets downed the Spurs 125-115. Rockets torched the Spurs on the offensive end. The Rockets owned the glass, generating extra possessions; Rockets' stars took over and bent the game to their will. Rockets' rotation plan looked deliberate, and the right guys made the most of their roles.
What tipped it
- Rockets · Glass Eaters Crashing the boards generates extra possessions and second-chance buckets.
- Rockets · Superstar Stack Two or more 90-overall stars bend games to their will on both ends.
- Spurs · Rim Wreckers A trio of high-flyers run, dunk, and tilt the pace.