Wed Dec 29, 2004 · 8:00 PM
Houston RocketsRockets
99
away
Chemistry
Steady
Cleveland CavaliersCavs
110
home
Chemistry
Cold
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Houston RocketsRockets | 33 | 23 | 25 | 18 | 99 |
| Cleveland CavaliersCavs | 34 | 25 | 29 | 22 | 110 |
After Action Report
The Cavaliers outlasted the Rockets 110-99. Shots fell that probably shouldn't have, and the Cavaliers cashed in. The Cavaliers pushed the pace until the other side broke; second-chance points piled up for the Rockets.
What tipped it
- Rockets · Glass Eaters Crashing the boards generates extra possessions and second-chance buckets.
- 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.