Thu Dec 9, 2004 · 8:00 PM
San Antonio SpursSpurs
126
away
Chemistry
Tense
Houston RocketsRockets
111
home
Chemistry
Hot
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| San Antonio SpursSpurs | 33 | 34 | 33 | 26 | 126 |
| Houston RocketsRockets | 25 | 26 | 32 | 28 | 111 |
After Action Report
In a track meet, the Spurs outlasted the Rockets 126-111. The tempo dragged the Rockets into a rhythm they couldn't survive. Spurs' Rim Wreckers got loose for easy buckets in transition; the Spurs came in with something to prove after a loss. The Spurs bench chemistry carried them.
What tipped it
- Rockets · Glass Eaters Crashing the boards generates extra possessions and second-chance buckets.
- Rockets · Statement Win Last time out, a 20+ point beating sent a message.
- Spurs · Rim Wreckers A trio of high-flyers run, dunk, and tilt the pace.
- Spurs · Bouncing Back A winning team just got tripped up — expect a response.
- Spurs · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.