Thu Dec 2, 2004 · 8:00 PM
Houston RocketsRockets
121
away
Chemistry
Hot
Dallas MavericksMavs
104
home
Chemistry
Tense
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Houston RocketsRockets | 30 | 25 | 31 | 35 | 121 |
| Dallas MavericksMavs | 20 | 31 | 24 | 29 | 104 |
After Action Report
In Dallas, the Rockets pulled away from the Mavericks 121-104. The Rockets got every break — every loose ball, every bounce. Second-chance points piled up for the Rockets; Rockets' outside barrage was a constant threat. The Rockets rotation plan paid off — leaning into the right spots created real lift.
What tipped it
- Mavericks · Rim Wreckers A trio of high-flyers run, dunk, and tilt the pace.
- 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 · Glass Eaters Crashing the boards generates extra possessions and second-chance buckets.