Celtics (
nathan) are the champions!
Fri Mar 11, 2005 · 8:00 PM
Houston RocketsRockets
112
away
Chemistry
Hot
Phoenix SunsSuns
104
home
Chemistry
Tense
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Houston RocketsRockets | 34 | 25 | 26 | 27 | 112 |
| Phoenix SunsSuns | 27 | 20 | 30 | 27 | 104 |
After Action Report
In Phoenix, the Rockets fended off the Suns 112-104. The tempo dragged the Suns into a rhythm they couldn't survive. Fresh off a statement win, the Rockets stayed locked in; the Rockets pushed the pace until the other side broke. The Rockets bench chemistry carried them. Early returns: the Rockets per-player utilization choices fit the identity tonight.
What tipped it
- Suns · Glass Eaters Crashing the boards generates extra possessions and second-chance buckets.
- Suns · Bouncing Back A winning team just got tripped up — expect a response.
- Rockets · Statement Win Last time out, a 20+ point beating sent a message.
- Rockets · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.