Fri Mar 11, 2005 · 8:00 PM
Houston RocketsRockets
117
away
Chemistry
Steady
Phoenix SunsSuns
136
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Chemistry
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Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Houston RocketsRockets | 32 | 25 | 28 | 32 | 117 |
| Phoenix SunsSuns | 29 | 35 | 42 | 30 | 136 |
After Action Report
In a track meet, the Suns pulled away from the Rockets 136-117. The Rockets had no answer for the variance gods tonight. You could feel the revenge motivation from the Suns; the Suns pushed the pace until the other side broke. Suns' rotation plan looked deliberate, and the right guys made the most of their roles.
What tipped it
- Suns · Heartbreak A gutting last-second loss — revenge is on the menu.
- Rockets · Buzzsaw An 8+ game winning streak — they cannot be stopped (until the league catches up).
- Rockets · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.