Sat Apr 9, 2005 · 7:00 PM
Houston RocketsRockets
70
away
Chemistry
Cold
Phoenix SunsSuns
109
home
Chemistry
Hot
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Houston RocketsRockets | 28 | 20 | 21 | 1 | 70 |
| Phoenix SunsSuns | 29 | 22 | 28 | 30 | 109 |
After Action Report
The Suns ran roughshod over the Rockets 109-70. The Rockets couldn't capitalize even when shots wouldn't fall for the Suns. You could feel the revenge motivation from the Suns; Suns' veteran poise eliminated the costly mistakes. The Rockets looked disjointed — chemistry issues linger. The Rockets rotation plan worked against them — wrong guys, wrong night. It broke open after the break.
What tipped it
- Suns · Heartbreak A gutting last-second loss — revenge is on the menu.
- Rockets · Crashing An 8+ game losing skid — heads are down, both ends suffer.
- Rockets · Locker-Room Rift Tension in the locker room — poor ball movement and streaky play.