Sun Jan 2, 2005 · 8:30 PM
Utah JazzJazz
112
away
Chemistry
Steady
Houston RocketsRockets
123
home
Chemistry
Tense
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Utah JazzJazz | 24 | 27 | 33 | 28 | 112 |
| Houston RocketsRockets | 33 | 32 | 24 | 34 | 123 |
After Action Report
In Houston, the Rockets downed the Jazz 123-112. The breakneck pace played right into Rockets' hands. The Jazz carried the swagger of a recent blowout into this one; the Jazz 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.
What tipped it
- Rockets · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.
- Jazz · Statement Win Last time out, a 20+ point beating sent a message.