Sun Jan 2, 2005 · 8:30 PM
Utah JazzJazz
104
away
Chemistry
Steady
Houston RocketsRockets
109
home
Chemistry
Hot
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Utah JazzJazz | 31 | 23 | 33 | 17 | 104 |
| Houston RocketsRockets | 24 | 35 | 23 | 27 | 109 |
After Action Report
The Rockets snuck past the Jazz 109-104. Execution down the stretch made the difference. The Rockets came in with something to prove after a loss; Jazz's shot-blockers turned the paint into a no-fly zone.
What tipped it
- Rockets · Bouncing Back A winning team just got tripped up — expect a response.
- Jazz · Block Party Multiple shot-blockers turn the paint into a no-fly zone.
- Jazz · Statement Win Last time out, a 20+ point beating sent a message.