Wed Jan 12, 2005 · 9:00 PM
Houston RocketsRockets
117
away
Chemistry
Tense
Dallas MavericksMavs
110
home
Chemistry
Steady
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Houston RocketsRockets | 29 | 25 | 34 | 29 | 117 |
| Dallas MavericksMavs | 29 | 25 | 28 | 28 | 110 |
After Action Report
In a track meet, the Rockets edged the Mavericks 117-110. The tempo dragged the Mavericks into a rhythm they couldn't survive. The Rockets owned the glass, generating extra possessions; the Rockets answered the bell with a bounce-back effort.
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.