Wed Dec 29, 2004 · 8:00 PM
Houston RocketsRockets
117
away
Chemistry
Hot
Cleveland CavaliersCavs
104
home
Chemistry
Tense
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Houston RocketsRockets | 33 | 25 | 32 | 27 | 117 |
| Cleveland CavaliersCavs | 30 | 29 | 20 | 25 | 104 |
After Action Report
In Cleveland, the Rockets downed the Cavaliers 117-104. Rockets torched the Cavaliers on the offensive end. Rockets' Rim Wreckers got loose for easy buckets in transition; you could feel the revenge motivation from the Rockets. The Rockets bench chemistry carried them.
What tipped it
- Cavaliers · Bouncing Back A winning team just got tripped up — expect a response.
- Rockets · Rim Wreckers A trio of high-flyers run, dunk, and tilt the pace.
- Rockets · Heartbreak A gutting last-second loss — revenge is on the menu.
- Rockets · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.