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Wed Mar 2, 2005 · 8:00 PM
Houston RocketsRockets
113
away
Chemistry Hot
Washington WizardsWizards
128
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Chemistry Hot

Box Score

TEAM Q1 Q2 Q3 Q4 FINAL
Houston RocketsRockets 25 36 33 19 113
Washington WizardsWizards 36 29 32 31 128

After Action Report

The Wizards took care of the Rockets 128-113. The tempo dragged the Rockets into a rhythm they couldn't survive. The Wizards answered the bell with a bounce-back effort; Wizards' Run-and-Gun identity dictated the tempo. Wizards' rotation plan looked deliberate, and the right guys made the most of their roles.

What tipped it

  • Wizards · Bouncing Back A winning team just got tripped up — expect a response.
  • Rockets · Rim Wreckers A trio of high-flyers run, dunk, and tilt the pace.
  • Rockets · Bouncing Back A winning team just got tripped up — expect a response.
  • Rockets · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.