Fri Feb 11, 2005 · 8:00 PM
Houston RocketsRockets
122
away
Chemistry
Cold
Indiana PacersPacers
118
home
Chemistry
Hot
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Houston RocketsRockets | 28 | 21 | 38 | 35 | 122 |
| Indiana PacersPacers | 22 | 30 | 29 | 37 | 118 |
After Action Report
In Indiana, the Rockets survived the Pacers 122-118. The Rockets got every break — every loose ball, every bounce. Fresh off a statement win, the Rockets stayed locked in; the Rockets bent the defense out of shape from deep. Rockets' rotation plan looked deliberate, and the right guys made the most of their roles.
What tipped it
- Pacers · Superstar Stack Two or more 90-overall stars bend games to their will on both ends.
- Pacers · Statement Win Last time out, a 20+ point beating sent a message.
- Pacers · 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.