Thu Dec 2, 2004 · 8:00 PM
Houston RocketsRockets
104
away
Chemistry
Steady
Dallas MavericksMavs
97
home
Chemistry
Steady
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Houston RocketsRockets | 22 | 26 | 27 | 29 | 104 |
| Dallas MavericksMavs | 26 | 23 | 25 | 23 | 97 |
After Action Report
In Dallas, the Rockets outlasted the Mavericks 104-97. Execution down the stretch made the difference. Fresh off a statement win, the Rockets stayed locked in; the Mavericks played with the chip of a recent gutting loss.
What tipped it
- Mavericks · Heartbreak A gutting last-second loss — revenge is on the menu.
- Rockets · Statement Win Last time out, a 20+ point beating sent a message.