Sat Nov 6, 2004 · 8:30 PM
Sacramento KingsKings
105
away
Chemistry
Tense
Houston RocketsRockets
102
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Chemistry
Elite
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sacramento KingsKings | 35 | 26 | 17 | 27 | 105 |
| Houston RocketsRockets | 20 | 32 | 21 | 29 | 102 |
After Action Report
The Kings upended the Rockets 105-102. Lineup balance gave the Kings a clear synergy edge. Kings' old heads steadied the ship in the swings; second-chance points piled up for the Rockets. Add it to the list of nights the favorite forgot to show up.
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.
- Rockets · Statement Win Last time out, a 20+ point beating sent a message.
- Rockets · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.