Thu Dec 2, 2004 · 8:00 PM
Houston RocketsRockets
115
away
Chemistry
Steady
Dallas MavericksMavs
117
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Chemistry
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Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Houston RocketsRockets | 27 | 27 | 29 | 32 | 115 |
| Dallas MavericksMavs | 27 | 32 | 28 | 30 | 117 |
After Action Report
The Mavericks snuck past the Rockets 117-115. Mavericks torched the Rockets on the offensive end. Mavericks' high-flyers tilted the pace and the rim; the Mavericks owned the glass, generating extra possessions. The Rockets looked disjointed — chemistry issues linger.
What tipped it
- Mavericks · Rim Wreckers A trio of high-flyers run, dunk, and tilt the pace.
- Mavericks · Glass Eaters Crashing the boards generates extra possessions and second-chance buckets.
- Mavericks · Bouncing Back A winning team just got tripped up — expect a response.
- Rockets · Ice Cold On a 4+ game losing streak — shots aren't falling.
- Rockets · Locker-Room Rift Tension in the locker room — poor ball movement and streaky play.