Wed Feb 2, 2005 · 8:00 PM
Houston RocketsRockets
107
away
Chemistry
Tense
Philadelphia 76ers76ers
124
home
Chemistry
Steady
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Houston RocketsRockets | 22 | 27 | 27 | 31 | 107 |
| Philadelphia 76ers76ers | 28 | 29 | 31 | 36 | 124 |
After Action Report
In a track meet, the 76ers outlasted the Rockets 124-107. 76ers controlled the tempo from tip to buzzer. 76ers' defenders refused to give up clean looks; the Rockets owned the glass, generating extra possessions. The Rockets looked disjointed — chemistry issues linger. Tonight's Rockets utilization choices clashed with the team identity.
What tipped it
- Rockets · Glass Eaters Crashing the boards generates extra possessions and second-chance buckets.
- Rockets · Locker-Room Rift Tension in the locker room — poor ball movement and streaky play.