Sun Feb 27, 2005 · 4:00 PM
Utah JazzJazz
106
away
Chemistry
Steady
Houston RocketsRockets
128
home
Chemistry
Steady
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Utah JazzJazz | 27 | 27 | 28 | 24 | 106 |
| Houston RocketsRockets | 33 | 35 | 33 | 27 | 128 |
After Action Report
The Rockets ran roughshod over the Jazz 128-106. The Rockets got every break — every loose ball, every bounce. Rockets' Lockdown identity stifled the opposing offense; Jazz's high-flyers tilted the pace and the rim. Early returns: the Rockets per-player utilization choices fit the identity tonight. Garbage time started early.
What tipped it
- Jazz · Rim Wreckers A trio of high-flyers run, dunk, and tilt the pace.
- Jazz · Bouncing Back A winning team just got tripped up — expect a response.
- Jazz · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.