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Thu Jan 13, 2005 · 8:00 PM
New Jersey NetsNets
105
away
Chemistry Hot
Houston RocketsRockets
139
home
Chemistry Steady

Box Score

TEAM Q1 Q2 Q3 Q4 FINAL
New Jersey NetsNets 25 31 28 21 105
Houston RocketsRockets 37 32 38 32 139

After Action Report

The Rockets ran roughshod over the Nets 139-105. Shots fell that probably shouldn't have, and the Rockets cashed in. Rockets' Rim Wreckers got loose for easy buckets in transition; the Rockets pushed the pace until the other side broke. The Rockets locker room is humming, and it showed. Early returns: the Rockets per-player utilization choices fit the identity tonight. Never a doubt in this one.

What tipped it

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