Wed Jan 5, 2005 · 9:00 PM
Phoenix SunsSuns
119
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Chemistry
Hot
Houston RocketsRockets
123
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Chemistry
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Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Phoenix SunsSuns | 29 | 32 | 34 | 24 | 119 |
| Houston RocketsRockets | 27 | 38 | 28 | 30 | 123 |
After Action Report
In a track meet, the Rockets snuck past the Suns 123-119. The tempo dragged the Suns into a rhythm they couldn't survive. Rockets' Rim Wreckers got loose for easy buckets in transition; the Rockets came in with something to prove after a loss. The Rockets locker room is humming, and it showed.
What tipped it
- Rockets · Rim Wreckers A trio of high-flyers run, dunk, and tilt the pace.
- 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.
- Suns · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.