Mon Jan 17, 2005 · 8:00 PM
Houston RocketsRockets
137
away
Chemistry
Elite
Memphis GrizzliesGrizzlies
106
home
Chemistry
Steady
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Houston RocketsRockets | 34 | 37 | 35 | 31 | 137 |
| Memphis GrizzliesGrizzlies | 24 | 16 | 35 | 31 | 106 |
After Action Report
The Rockets rolled past the Grizzlies 137-106. The Rockets got every break — every loose ball, every bounce. The Rockets owned the glass, generating extra possessions; the Superstar Stack delivered when it mattered for the Rockets. The Rockets bench chemistry carried them. Early returns: the Rockets per-player utilization choices fit the identity tonight. Never a doubt in this one.
What tipped it
- Grizzlies · Rim Wreckers A trio of high-flyers run, dunk, and tilt the pace.
- Grizzlies · Catching Fire Riding a 4+ game winning streak — confidence is high.
- Grizzlies · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.
- 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.