Fri Mar 25, 2005 · 8:00 PM
Houston RocketsRockets
105
away
Chemistry
Steady
New Orleans HornetsHornets
101
home
Chemistry
Tense
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Houston RocketsRockets | 30 | 19 | 24 | 32 | 105 |
| New Orleans HornetsHornets | 22 | 23 | 24 | 32 | 101 |
After Action Report
The Rockets squeaked past the Hornets 105-101. Execution down the stretch made the difference. Fresh off a statement win, the Rockets stayed locked in; Rockets' defenders refused to give up clean looks. The Rockets rotation plan paid off — leaning into the right spots created real lift.
What tipped it
- Hornets · Rim Wreckers A trio of high-flyers run, dunk, and tilt the pace.
- Hornets · Heartbreak A gutting last-second loss — revenge is on the menu.
- Rockets · Statement Win Last time out, a 20+ point beating sent a message.