Tue Mar 1, 2005 · 8:30 PM
Houston RocketsRockets
120
away
Chemistry
Steady
Chicago BullsBulls
112
home
Chemistry
Tense
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Houston RocketsRockets | 25 | 34 | 29 | 32 | 120 |
| Chicago BullsBulls | 20 | 29 | 34 | 29 | 112 |
After Action Report
The Rockets outlasted the Bulls 120-112. The breakneck pace played right into Rockets' hands. The Rockets carried the confidence of a hot streak right into this one; Bulls' Rim Wreckers got loose for easy buckets in transition. Early returns: the Rockets per-player utilization choices fit the identity tonight.
What tipped it
- Bulls · Rim Wreckers A trio of high-flyers run, dunk, and tilt the pace.
- Bulls · Ice Cold On a 4+ game losing streak — shots aren't falling.
- Bulls · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.
- Rockets · Catching Fire Riding a 4+ game winning streak — confidence is high.