Thu Jan 13, 2005 · 8:00 PM
New Jersey NetsNets
121
away
Chemistry
Steady
Houston RocketsRockets
118
home
Chemistry
Steady
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| New Jersey NetsNets | 28 | 32 | 29 | 32 | 121 |
| Houston RocketsRockets | 26 | 35 | 29 | 28 | 118 |
After Action Report
The Nets snuck past the Rockets 121-118. The Nets got every break — every loose ball, every bounce. You could feel the revenge motivation from the Nets; Nets' outside barrage was a constant threat. Nets' rotation plan looked deliberate, and the right guys made the most of their roles.
What tipped it
- Rockets · Catching Fire Riding a 4+ game winning streak — confidence is high.
- Rockets · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.
- Nets · Heartbreak A gutting last-second loss — revenge is on the menu.