Wed Feb 9, 2005 · 8:30 PM
Chicago BullsBulls
115
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Chemistry
Hot
Houston RocketsRockets
118
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Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chicago BullsBulls | 27 | 30 | 27 | 31 | 115 |
| Houston RocketsRockets | 31 | 28 | 33 | 26 | 118 |
After Action Report
The Rockets squeaked past the Bulls 118-115. The breakneck pace played right into Rockets' hands. The Rockets owned the glass, generating extra possessions; the Rockets answered the bell with a bounce-back effort. Survive-and-advance type win.
What tipped it
- Rockets · Glass Eaters Crashing the boards generates extra possessions and second-chance buckets.
- Rockets · Bouncing Back A winning team just got tripped up — expect a response.
- Bulls · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.