Thu Dec 9, 2004 · 8:00 PM
San Antonio SpursSpurs
102
away
Chemistry
Steady
Houston RocketsRockets
117
home
Chemistry
Tense
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| San Antonio SpursSpurs | 28 | 20 | 29 | 25 | 102 |
| Houston RocketsRockets | 30 | 36 | 30 | 21 | 117 |
After Action Report
The Rockets handled the Spurs 117-102. Execution down the stretch made the difference. The Rockets owned the glass, generating extra possessions; the Rockets came in with something to prove after a loss.
What tipped it
- Rockets · Glass Eaters Crashing the boards generates extra possessions and second-chance buckets.
- Rockets · Bouncing Back A winning team just got tripped up — expect a response.