Fri Jan 21, 2005 · 8:30 PM
Houston RocketsRockets
117
away
Chemistry
Hot
New York KnicksKnicks
101
home
Chemistry
Tense
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Houston RocketsRockets | 30 | 28 | 29 | 30 | 117 |
| New York KnicksKnicks | 26 | 27 | 20 | 28 | 101 |
After Action Report
The Rockets outlasted the Knicks 117-101. Shots fell that probably shouldn't have, and the Rockets cashed in. The Rockets came in with something to prove after a loss; the Rockets pushed the pace until the other side broke. Rockets' rotation plan looked deliberate, and the right guys made the most of their roles.
What tipped it
- Knicks · Rim Wreckers A trio of high-flyers run, dunk, and tilt the pace.
- Knicks · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.
- Rockets · Bouncing Back A winning team just got tripped up — expect a response.