Celtics (
nathan) are the champions!
Wed Jan 12, 2005 · 9:00 PM
Houston RocketsRockets
122
away
Chemistry
Hot
Dallas MavericksMavs
114
home
Chemistry
Steady
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Houston RocketsRockets | 32 | 27 | 34 | 29 | 122 |
| Dallas MavericksMavs | 26 | 27 | 32 | 29 | 114 |
After Action Report
The Rockets held off the Mavericks 122-114. Shots fell that probably shouldn't have, and the Rockets cashed in. Rockets' Rim Wreckers got loose for easy buckets in transition; the Rockets owned the glass, generating extra possessions.
What tipped it
- Mavericks · Statement Win Last time out, a 20+ point beating sent a message.
- Rockets · Rim Wreckers A trio of high-flyers run, dunk, and tilt the pace.
- Rockets · Glass Eaters Crashing the boards generates extra possessions and second-chance buckets.