Wed Feb 9, 2005 · 8:30 PM
Chicago BullsBulls
103
away
Chemistry
Steady
Houston RocketsRockets
97
home
Chemistry
Steady
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chicago BullsBulls | 29 | 27 | 26 | 21 | 103 |
| Houston RocketsRockets | 25 | 20 | 28 | 24 | 97 |
After Action Report
The Bulls edged the Rockets 103-97. The better team simply showed up tonight. The Bulls answered the bell with a bounce-back effort; Bulls' Lockdown identity stifled the opposing offense. Bulls' rotation plan looked deliberate, and the right guys made the most of their roles.
What tipped it
- Rockets · Statement Win Last time out, a 20+ point beating sent a message.
- Rockets · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.
- Bulls · Bouncing Back A winning team just got tripped up — expect a response.