Wed Feb 9, 2005 · 8:30 PM
Chicago BullsBulls
112
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Chemistry
Cold
Houston RocketsRockets
118
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Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chicago BullsBulls | 28 | 26 | 31 | 27 | 112 |
| Houston RocketsRockets | 36 | 26 | 29 | 27 | 118 |
After Action Report
The Rockets edged the Bulls 118-112. The Bulls couldn't capitalize even when shots wouldn't fall for the Rockets. Rockets' Rim Wreckers got loose for easy buckets in transition; the Superstar Stack delivered when it mattered for the Rockets. The Rockets locker room is humming, and it showed. Survive-and-advance type win.
What tipped it
- Rockets · Rim Wreckers A trio of high-flyers run, dunk, and tilt the pace.
- Rockets · Superstar Stack Two or more 90-overall stars bend games to their will on both ends.
- Rockets · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.
- Bulls · Glass Eaters Crashing the boards generates extra possessions and second-chance buckets.