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Sun Feb 27, 2005 · 4:00 PM
Utah JazzJazz
116
away
Chemistry Steady
Houston RocketsRockets
138
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Chemistry Steady

Box Score

TEAM Q1 Q2 Q3 Q4 FINAL
Utah JazzJazz 25 30 32 29 116
Houston RocketsRockets 44 22 38 34 138

After Action Report

In a track meet, the Rockets ran roughshod over the Jazz 138-116. Rockets controlled the tempo from tip to buzzer. Jazz's Rim Wreckers got loose for easy buckets in transition; the Jazz ride keeps rolling — they're catching fire. The Rockets rotation plan paid off — leaning into the right spots created real lift. Garbage time started early.

What tipped it

  • Jazz · Rim Wreckers A trio of high-flyers run, dunk, and tilt the pace.
  • Jazz · Catching Fire Riding a 4+ game winning streak — confidence is high.
  • Jazz · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.