Thu Dec 2, 2004 · 8:00 PM
Houston RocketsRockets
115
away
Chemistry
Steady
Dallas MavericksMavs
121
home
Chemistry
Cold
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Houston RocketsRockets | 29 | 33 | 22 | 31 | 115 |
| Dallas MavericksMavs | 25 | 27 | 31 | 38 | 121 |
After Action Report
The Mavericks fended off the Rockets 121-115. The Mavericks got every break — every loose ball, every bounce. The Mavericks carried the confidence of a hot streak right into this one; the Rockets came in with something to prove after a loss. The Mavericks locker room is humming, and it showed.
What tipped it
- Mavericks · Catching Fire Riding a 4+ game winning streak — confidence is high.
- Mavericks · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.
- Rockets · Bouncing Back A winning team just got tripped up — expect a response.