Sun Jan 30, 2005 · 2:00 PM
Houston RocketsRockets
104
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Chemistry
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Miami HeatHeat
125
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Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Houston RocketsRockets | 28 | 20 | 17 | 39 | 104 |
| Miami HeatHeat | 42 | 17 | 30 | 36 | 125 |
After Action Report
The Heat rolled past the Rockets 125-104. Heat torched the Rockets on the offensive end. Heat's Rim Wreckers got loose for easy buckets in transition; the Heat carried the confidence of a hot streak right into this one. The Heat locker room is humming, and it showed. Early returns: the Heat per-player utilization choices fit the identity tonight. It was over by halftime.
What tipped it
- Heat · Rim Wreckers A trio of high-flyers run, dunk, and tilt the pace.
- Heat · Catching Fire Riding a 4+ game winning streak — confidence is high.
- Heat · 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.