Sat Dec 18, 2004 · 8:00 PM
Houston RocketsRockets
136
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Charlotte BobcatsBobcats
122
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Chemistry
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Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Houston RocketsRockets | 42 | 35 | 33 | 26 | 136 |
| Charlotte BobcatsBobcats | 22 | 43 | 36 | 21 | 122 |
After Action Report
The Rockets outlasted the Bobcats 136-122. Rockets' scorers couldn't be contained. Rockets' Rim Wreckers got loose for easy buckets in transition; second-chance points piled up for the Rockets. Early returns: the Rockets per-player utilization choices fit the identity tonight.
What tipped it
- Bobcats · Heartbreak A gutting last-second loss — revenge is on the menu.
- Rockets · Rim Wreckers A trio of high-flyers run, dunk, and tilt the pace.
- Rockets · Glass Eaters Crashing the boards generates extra possessions and second-chance buckets.
- Rockets · Superstar Stack Two or more 90-overall stars bend games to their will on both ends.
- Rockets · Bouncing Back A winning team just got tripped up — expect a response.