Wed Dec 29, 2004 · 8:00 PM
Houston RocketsRockets
116
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Chemistry
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Cleveland CavaliersCavs
113
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Chemistry
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Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Houston RocketsRockets | 29 | 22 | 29 | 36 | 116 |
| Cleveland CavaliersCavs | 31 | 21 | 32 | 29 | 113 |
After Action Report
The Rockets survived the Cavaliers 116-113. The Rockets got every break — every loose ball, every bounce. Cavaliers' defenders refused to give up clean looks. The Rockets bench chemistry carried them. Rockets' rotation plan looked deliberate, and the right guys made the most of their roles.
What tipped it
- Rockets · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.