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Sat Nov 20, 2004 · 1:30 PM
Houston RocketsRockets
122
away
Chemistry Hot
Los Angeles ClippersClippers
117
home
Chemistry Steady

Box Score

TEAM Q1 Q2 Q3 Q4 FINAL
Houston RocketsRockets 30 28 33 31 122
Los Angeles ClippersClippers 17 29 43 28 117

After Action Report

The Rockets snuck past the Clippers 122-117. The Clippers had no answer for the variance gods tonight. Rockets' Rim Wreckers got loose for easy buckets in transition; the Rockets carried the swagger of a recent blowout into this one. Early returns: the Rockets per-player utilization choices fit the identity tonight.

What tipped it

  • Clippers · Catching Fire Riding a 4+ game winning streak — confidence is high.
  • Clippers · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.
  • Rockets · Rim Wreckers A trio of high-flyers run, dunk, and tilt the pace.
  • Rockets · Statement Win Last time out, a 20+ point beating sent a message.