Wed Mar 2, 2005 · 8:00 PM
Houston RocketsRockets
111
away
Chemistry
Hot
Washington WizardsWizards
117
home
Chemistry
Steady
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Houston RocketsRockets | 24 | 26 | 29 | 32 | 111 |
| Washington WizardsWizards | 26 | 27 | 31 | 33 | 117 |
After Action Report
In Washington, the Wizards edged the Rockets 117-111. Wizards' scorers couldn't be contained. The Wizards played with the chip of a recent gutting loss; Wizards' outside barrage was a constant threat.
What tipped it
- Wizards · Heartbreak A gutting last-second loss — revenge is on the menu.
- 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.
- Rockets · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.