Wed Feb 2, 2005 · 8:00 PM
Houston RocketsRockets
121
away
Chemistry
Steady
Philadelphia 76ers76ers
116
home
Chemistry
Hot
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Houston RocketsRockets | 28 | 31 | 27 | 35 | 121 |
| Philadelphia 76ers76ers | 33 | 22 | 23 | 38 | 116 |
After Action Report
In Philadelphia, the Rockets squeaked past the 76ers 121-116. The breakneck pace played right into Rockets' hands. The Rockets came in with something to prove after a loss; 76ers' high-flyers tilted the pace and the rim. The Rockets bench chemistry carried them.
What tipped it
- 76ers · Rim Wreckers A trio of high-flyers run, dunk, and tilt the pace.
- 76ers · Bouncing Back A winning team just got tripped up — expect a response.
- 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.