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Sat Apr 9, 2005 · 7:00 PM
Houston RocketsRockets
106
away
Chemistry Steady
Phoenix SunsSuns
113
home
Chemistry Hot

Box Score

TEAM Q1 Q2 Q3 Q4 FINAL
Houston RocketsRockets 29 31 11 35 106
Phoenix SunsSuns 33 21 31 28 113

After Action Report

The Suns edged the Rockets 113-106. The Rockets had no answer for the variance gods tonight. Suns' Rim Wreckers got loose for easy buckets in transition; the Suns carried the confidence of a hot streak right into this one. The Suns locker room is humming, and it showed.

What tipped it

  • Suns · Rim Wreckers A trio of high-flyers run, dunk, and tilt the pace.
  • Suns · Catching Fire Riding a 4+ game winning streak — confidence is high.
  • Suns · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.
  • 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.