Sat Dec 11, 2004 · 8:30 PM
Dallas MavericksMavs
109
away
Chemistry
Hot
Houston RocketsRockets
118
home
Chemistry
Steady
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dallas MavericksMavs | 28 | 23 | 30 | 28 | 109 |
| Houston RocketsRockets | 32 | 34 | 26 | 26 | 118 |
After Action Report
In Houston, the Rockets edged the Mavericks 118-109. The breakneck pace played right into Rockets' hands. Rockets' Rim Wreckers got loose for easy buckets in transition; second-chance points piled up for the Mavericks.
What tipped it
- Rockets · Rim Wreckers A trio of high-flyers run, dunk, and tilt the pace.
- Mavericks · Glass Eaters Crashing the boards generates extra possessions and second-chance buckets.
- Mavericks · Bouncing Back A winning team just got tripped up — expect a response.