Wed Jan 12, 2005 · 9:00 PM
Houston RocketsRockets
121
away
Chemistry
Hot
Dallas MavericksMavs
114
home
Chemistry
Steady
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Houston RocketsRockets | 36 | 30 | 25 | 30 | 121 |
| Dallas MavericksMavs | 35 | 16 | 30 | 33 | 114 |
After Action Report
The Rockets edged the Mavericks 121-114. The Mavericks had no answer for the variance gods tonight. Rockets' high-flyers tilted the pace and the rim; the Mavericks came in with something to prove after a loss. The Rockets bench chemistry carried them.
What tipped it
- Mavericks · Bouncing Back A winning team just got tripped up — expect a response.
- Rockets · Rim Wreckers A trio of high-flyers run, dunk, and tilt the pace.
- Rockets · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.