Thu Dec 2, 2004 · 8:00 PM
Houston RocketsRockets
117
away
Chemistry
Steady
Dallas MavericksMavs
107
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Chemistry
Hot
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Houston RocketsRockets | 22 | 36 | 26 | 33 | 117 |
| Dallas MavericksMavs | 25 | 23 | 34 | 25 | 107 |
After Action Report
In Dallas, the Rockets outlasted the Mavericks 117-107. Rockets controlled the tempo from tip to buzzer. The Rockets pushed the pace until the other side broke; fresh off a statement win, the Mavericks stayed locked in. The Rockets rotation plan paid off — leaning into the right spots created real lift.
What tipped it
- Mavericks · Statement Win Last time out, a 20+ point beating sent a message.