Fri Mar 11, 2005 · 8:00 PM
Houston RocketsRockets
101
away
Chemistry
Hot
Phoenix SunsSuns
98
home
Chemistry
Steady
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Houston RocketsRockets | 17 | 35 | 34 | 15 | 101 |
| Phoenix SunsSuns | 14 | 23 | 32 | 29 | 98 |
After Action Report
The Rockets survived the Suns 101-98. The Rockets won despite a cold shooting night — grit beat polish. The Rockets carried the swagger of a recent blowout into this one; Rockets' old heads steadied the ship in the swings. The Rockets rotation plan paid off — leaning into the right spots created real lift. Survive-and-advance type win.
What tipped it
- Rockets · Statement Win Last time out, a 20+ point beating sent a message.