Wed Feb 9, 2005 · 8:30 PM
Chicago BullsBulls
113
away
Chemistry
Tense
Houston RocketsRockets
118
home
Chemistry
Hot
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chicago BullsBulls | 32 | 28 | 27 | 26 | 113 |
| Houston RocketsRockets | 34 | 28 | 31 | 25 | 118 |
After Action Report
The Rockets survived the Bulls 118-113. Rockets torched the Bulls on the offensive end. The Rockets carried the swagger of a recent blowout into this one; the Rockets bent the defense out of shape from deep. Early returns: the Rockets per-player utilization choices fit the identity tonight.
What tipped it
- Rockets · Statement Win Last time out, a 20+ point beating sent a message.
- Bulls · Ice Cold On a 4+ game losing streak — shots aren't falling.
- Bulls · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.