Sat Dec 11, 2004 · 8:30 PM
Dallas MavericksMavs
80
away
Chemistry
Steady
Houston RocketsRockets
120
home
Chemistry
Steady
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dallas MavericksMavs | 22 | 13 | 22 | 23 | 80 |
| Houston RocketsRockets | 33 | 31 | 24 | 32 | 120 |
After Action Report
In Houston, the Rockets ran roughshod over the Mavericks 120-80. Rockets' offense had its way with the Mavericks. Fresh off a statement win, the Rockets stayed locked in; second-chance points piled up for the Mavericks. It was over by halftime.
What tipped it
- Rockets · Statement Win Last time out, a 20+ point beating sent a message.
- Mavericks · Glass Eaters Crashing the boards generates extra possessions and second-chance buckets.
- Mavericks · Catching Fire Riding a 4+ game winning streak — confidence is high.
- Mavericks · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.