Sun Apr 3, 2005 · 7:30 PM
Phoenix SunsSuns
136
away
Chemistry
Hot
Houston RocketsRockets
97
home
Chemistry
Tense
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Phoenix SunsSuns | 40 | 31 | 33 | 32 | 136 |
| Houston RocketsRockets | 24 | 26 | 31 | 16 | 97 |
After Action Report
The Suns blew the doors off the Rockets 136-97. Suns controlled the tempo from tip to buzzer. The Suns pushed the pace until the other side broke; the Rockets answered the bell with a bounce-back effort. The Suns bench chemistry carried them. Tonight's Rockets utilization choices clashed with the team identity. Garbage time started early.
What tipped it
- Rockets · Bouncing Back A winning team just got tripped up — expect a response.
- Rockets · Locker-Room Rift Tension in the locker room — poor ball movement and streaky play.
- Suns · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.