Tue Nov 23, 2004 · 8:00 PM
Houston RocketsRockets
108
away
Chemistry
Steady
Sacramento KingsKings
118
home
Chemistry
Hot
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Houston RocketsRockets | 27 | 26 | 30 | 25 | 108 |
| Sacramento KingsKings | 36 | 26 | 26 | 30 | 118 |
After Action Report
The Kings took care of the Rockets 118-108. The tempo dragged the Rockets into a rhythm they couldn't survive. Second-chance points piled up for the Kings; you could feel the revenge motivation from the Kings. Kings' rotation plan looked deliberate, and the right guys made the most of their roles.
What tipped it
- Kings · Glass Eaters Crashing the boards generates extra possessions and second-chance buckets.
- Kings · Heartbreak A gutting last-second loss — revenge is on the menu.
- Rockets · Bouncing Back A winning team just got tripped up — expect a response.