Sat Nov 20, 2004 · 1:30 PM
Houston RocketsRockets
118
away
Chemistry
Hot
Los Angeles ClippersClippers
111
home
Chemistry
Tense
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Houston RocketsRockets | 40 | 26 | 26 | 26 | 118 |
| Los Angeles ClippersClippers | 36 | 24 | 27 | 24 | 111 |
After Action Report
The Rockets edged the Clippers 118-111. Rockets controlled the tempo from tip to buzzer. Second-chance points piled up for the Rockets; the Clippers couldn't shake the cold spell. The Rockets bench chemistry carried them. Early returns: the Rockets per-player utilization choices fit the identity tonight.
What tipped it
- Clippers · Ice Cold On a 4+ game losing streak — shots aren't falling.
- Rockets · Glass Eaters Crashing the boards generates extra possessions and second-chance buckets.
- Rockets · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.