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Thu Dec 2, 2004 · 8:00 PM
Houston RocketsRockets
117
away
Chemistry Hot
Dallas MavericksMavs
111
home
Chemistry Hot

Box Score

TEAM Q1 Q2 Q3 Q4 FINAL
Houston RocketsRockets 35 27 29 26 117
Dallas MavericksMavs 27 27 22 35 111

After Action Report

In Dallas, the Rockets outlasted the Mavericks 117-111. Rockets' scorers couldn't be contained. The Rockets came in with something to prove after a loss; 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

  • Mavericks · Rim Wreckers A trio of high-flyers run, dunk, and tilt the pace.
  • Rockets · Bouncing Back A winning team just got tripped up — expect a response.