Thu Dec 2, 2004 · 8:00 PM
Houston RocketsRockets
117
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Dallas MavericksMavs
116
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Chemistry
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Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Houston RocketsRockets | 33 | 30 | 19 | 35 | 117 |
| Dallas MavericksMavs | 32 | 30 | 29 | 25 | 116 |
After Action Report
In a track meet, the Rockets squeaked past the Mavericks 117-116. The breakneck pace played right into Rockets' hands. Rockets' high-flyers tilted the pace and the rim; the Rockets bent the defense out of shape from deep. The Rockets bench chemistry carried them.
What tipped it
- Rockets · Rim Wreckers A trio of high-flyers run, dunk, and tilt the pace.
- Rockets · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.