Playoffs · Round 2 · Game 1
San Antonio SpursSpurs
117
away
Houston RocketsRockets
107
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Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| San Antonio SpursSpurs | 21 | 37 | 30 | 29 | 117 |
| Houston RocketsRockets | 33 | 26 | 27 | 21 | 107 |
After Action Report
The Spurs handled the Rockets 117-107. The Rockets had no answer for the variance gods tonight. Second-chance points piled up for the Spurs; the Spurs carried the confidence of a hot streak right into this one. Early returns: the Spurs per-player utilization choices fit the identity tonight.
What tipped it
- 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.
- Spurs · Glass Eaters Crashing the boards generates extra possessions and second-chance buckets.
- Spurs · Catching Fire Riding a 4+ game winning streak — confidence is high.