Wed Jan 26, 2005 · 8:00 PM
Houston RocketsRockets
111
away
Chemistry
Tense
New Orleans HornetsHornets
109
home
Chemistry
Steady
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Houston RocketsRockets | 28 | 29 | 30 | 24 | 111 |
| New Orleans HornetsHornets | 28 | 21 | 31 | 29 | 109 |
After Action Report
The Rockets squeaked past the Hornets 111-109. The Hornets had no answer for the variance gods tonight. Fresh off a statement win, the Rockets stayed locked in; the Rockets pushed the pace until the other side broke. Early returns: the Rockets per-player utilization choices fit the identity tonight.
What tipped it
- Hornets · Catching Fire Riding a 4+ game winning streak — confidence is high.
- Hornets · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.
- Rockets · Statement Win Last time out, a 20+ point beating sent a message.