Fri Dec 31, 2004 · 10:00 PM
Milwaukee BucksBucks
111
away
Chemistry
Hot
Houston RocketsRockets
119
home
Chemistry
Steady
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Milwaukee BucksBucks | 25 | 31 | 32 | 23 | 111 |
| Houston RocketsRockets | 24 | 19 | 37 | 39 | 119 |
After Action Report
In Houston, the Rockets outlasted the Bucks 119-111. The Bucks had no answer for the variance gods tonight. The Rockets came in with something to prove after a loss; Rockets' outside barrage was a constant threat. Early returns: the Rockets per-player utilization choices fit the identity tonight.
What tipped it
- Rockets · Bouncing Back A winning team just got tripped up — expect a response.
- Bucks · Glass Eaters Crashing the boards generates extra possessions and second-chance buckets.