Wed Feb 9, 2005 · 8:30 PM
Chicago BullsBulls
80
away
Chemistry
Cold
Houston RocketsRockets
111
home
Chemistry
Steady
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chicago BullsBulls | 21 | 18 | 25 | 16 | 80 |
| Houston RocketsRockets | 27 | 28 | 26 | 30 | 111 |
After Action Report
In Houston, the Rockets buried the Bulls 111-80. The better team simply showed up tonight. The Rockets carried the confidence of a hot streak right into this one; the Rockets bent the defense out of shape from deep. Early returns: the Rockets per-player utilization choices fit the identity tonight. It was over by halftime.
What tipped it
- Rockets · Catching Fire Riding a 4+ game winning streak — confidence is high.
- Bulls · Rim Wreckers A trio of high-flyers run, dunk, and tilt the pace.
- Bulls · Heartbreak A gutting last-second loss — revenge is on the menu.
- Bulls · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.