Wed Feb 2, 2005 · 8:00 PM
Houston RocketsRockets
118
away
Chemistry
Steady
Philadelphia 76ers76ers
123
home
Chemistry
Tense
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Houston RocketsRockets | 30 | 22 | 35 | 31 | 118 |
| Philadelphia 76ers76ers | 35 | 33 | 27 | 28 | 123 |
After Action Report
In a track meet, the 76ers squeaked past the Rockets 123-118. 76ers controlled the tempo from tip to buzzer. The 76ers came in with something to prove after a loss; the 76ers pushed the pace until the other side broke. The 76ers rotation plan paid off — leaning into the right spots created real lift.
What tipped it
- 76ers · Bouncing Back A winning team just got tripped up — expect a response.
- Rockets · Catching Fire Riding a 4+ game winning streak — confidence is high.
- Rockets · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.