Wed Jan 5, 2005 · 9:00 PM
Phoenix SunsSuns
103
away
Chemistry
Steady
Houston RocketsRockets
117
home
Chemistry
Steady
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Phoenix SunsSuns | 27 | 28 | 23 | 25 | 103 |
| Houston RocketsRockets | 25 | 33 | 27 | 32 | 117 |
After Action Report
The Rockets pulled away from the Suns 117-103. The breakneck pace played right into Rockets' hands. You could feel the revenge motivation from the Rockets; Rockets' old heads steadied the ship in the swings. The Rockets locker room is humming, and it showed.
What tipped it
- Rockets · Heartbreak A gutting last-second loss — revenge is on the menu.
- Rockets · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.
- Suns · Bouncing Back A winning team just got tripped up — expect a response.