Mon Dec 20, 2004 · 8:30 PM
Toronto RaptorsRaptors
123
away
Chemistry
Tense
Houston RocketsRockets
110
home
Chemistry
Steady
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Toronto RaptorsRaptors | 32 | 32 | 33 | 26 | 123 |
| Houston RocketsRockets | 36 | 27 | 23 | 24 | 110 |
After Action Report
In Houston, the Raptors pulled away from the Rockets 123-110. The breakneck pace played right into Raptors' hands. The Raptors came in with something to prove after a loss; Raptors' Run-and-Gun identity dictated the tempo. Early returns: the Raptors per-player utilization choices fit the identity tonight.
What tipped it
- Rockets · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.
- Raptors · Bouncing Back A winning team just got tripped up — expect a response.