Sat Dec 11, 2004 · 8:30 PM
Dallas MavericksMavs
117
away
Chemistry
Steady
Houston RocketsRockets
121
home
Chemistry
Steady
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dallas MavericksMavs | 33 | 29 | 23 | 32 | 117 |
| Houston RocketsRockets | 35 | 31 | 28 | 27 | 121 |
After Action Report
In Houston, the Rockets squeaked past the Mavericks 121-117. The tempo dragged the Mavericks into a rhythm they couldn't survive. Mavericks' Rim Wreckers got loose for easy buckets in transition; fresh off a statement win, the Mavericks stayed locked in.
What tipped it
- Mavericks · Rim Wreckers A trio of high-flyers run, dunk, and tilt the pace.
- Mavericks · Statement Win Last time out, a 20+ point beating sent a message.