Sun Apr 3, 2005 · 7:30 PM
Phoenix SunsSuns
114
away
Chemistry
Steady
Houston RocketsRockets
115
home
Chemistry
Tense
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Phoenix SunsSuns | 35 | 25 | 28 | 26 | 114 |
| Houston RocketsRockets | 28 | 22 | 29 | 36 | 115 |
After Action Report
The Rockets snuck past the Suns 115-114. The tempo dragged the Suns into a rhythm they couldn't survive. Second-chance points piled up for the Rockets; fresh off a statement win, the Rockets stayed locked in.
What tipped it
- Rockets · Glass Eaters Crashing the boards generates extra possessions and second-chance buckets.
- Rockets · Statement Win Last time out, a 20+ point beating sent a message.
- Suns · Bouncing Back A winning team just got tripped up — expect a response.
- Suns · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.