Wed Apr 20, 2005 · 7:30 PM
Seattle SuperSonicsSonics
97
away
Chemistry
Hot
Houston RocketsRockets
95
home
Chemistry
Cold
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Seattle SuperSonicsSonics | 23 | 23 | 26 | 25 | 97 |
| Houston RocketsRockets | 25 | 27 | 23 | 20 | 95 |
After Action Report
The SuperSonics squeaked past the Rockets 97-95. The Rockets couldn't capitalize even when shots wouldn't fall for the SuperSonics. The SuperSonics bent the defense out of shape from deep; Rockets' skid keeps deepening — heads down on both ends. The SuperSonics bench chemistry carried them. Tonight's Rockets utilization choices clashed with the team identity. Survive-and-advance type win.
What tipped it
- 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.
- SuperSonics · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.