Wed Dec 29, 2004 · 8:00 PM
Houston RocketsRockets
104
away
Chemistry
Tense
Cleveland CavaliersCavs
102
home
Chemistry
Hot
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Houston RocketsRockets | 22 | 25 | 31 | 26 | 104 |
| Cleveland CavaliersCavs | 20 | 32 | 32 | 18 | 102 |
After Action Report
The Rockets survived the Cavaliers 104-102. Shots fell that probably shouldn't have, and the Rockets cashed in. The Rockets carried the confidence of a hot streak right into this one; Rockets' old heads steadied the ship in the swings. The Rockets bench chemistry carried them.
What tipped it
- Rockets · Catching Fire Riding a 4+ game winning streak — confidence is high.
- Rockets · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.