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Mon Jan 17, 2005 · 8:00 PM
Houston RocketsRockets
127
away
Chemistry Hot
Memphis GrizzliesGrizzlies
103
home
Chemistry Steady

Box Score

TEAM Q1 Q2 Q3 Q4 FINAL
Houston RocketsRockets 28 42 25 32 127
Memphis GrizzliesGrizzlies 30 27 21 25 103

After Action Report

In Memphis, the Rockets rolled past the Grizzlies 127-103. Rockets' offense had its way with the Grizzlies. The Rockets owned the glass, generating extra possessions; the Rockets carried the confidence of a hot streak right into this one. The Rockets bench chemistry carried them. Rockets' rotation plan looked deliberate, and the right guys made the most of their roles. Garbage time started early.

What tipped it

  • Grizzlies · Statement Win Last time out, a 20+ point beating sent a message.
  • Rockets · Glass Eaters Crashing the boards generates extra possessions and second-chance buckets.
  • Rockets · Catching Fire Riding a 4+ game winning streak — confidence is high.
  • Rockets · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.