Sun Jan 30, 2005 · 2:00 PM
Houston RocketsRockets
116
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Chemistry
Hot
Miami HeatHeat
104
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Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Houston RocketsRockets | 28 | 30 | 36 | 22 | 116 |
| Miami HeatHeat | 24 | 19 | 36 | 25 | 104 |
After Action Report
In Miami, the Rockets handled the Heat 116-104. Rockets torched the Heat on the offensive end. Rockets' Rim Wreckers got loose for easy buckets in transition; second-chance points piled up for the Rockets. The Rockets bench chemistry carried them.
What tipped it
- Heat · Bouncing Back A winning team just got tripped up — expect a response.
- 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 · Catching Fire Riding a 4+ game winning streak — confidence is high.
- Rockets · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.