Sat Dec 18, 2004 · 8:00 PM
Houston RocketsRockets
113
away
Chemistry
Tense
Charlotte BobcatsBobcats
112
home
Chemistry
Steady
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Houston RocketsRockets | 23 | 31 | 33 | 26 | 113 |
| Charlotte BobcatsBobcats | 35 | 29 | 20 | 28 | 112 |
After Action Report
The Rockets squeaked past the Bobcats 113-112. The breakneck pace played right into Rockets' hands. Fresh off a statement win, the Rockets stayed locked in; the Rockets pushed the pace until the other side broke. Early returns: the Rockets per-player utilization choices fit the identity tonight. Style points be damned.
What tipped it
- Bobcats · Ice Cold On a 4+ game losing streak — shots aren't falling.
- Rockets · Statement Win Last time out, a 20+ point beating sent a message.