Wed Jan 5, 2005 · 9:00 PM
Phoenix SunsSuns
88
away
Chemistry
Steady
Houston RocketsRockets
131
home
Chemistry
Tense
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Phoenix SunsSuns | 26 | 14 | 23 | 25 | 88 |
| Houston RocketsRockets | 36 | 35 | 23 | 37 | 131 |
After Action Report
The Rockets rolled past the Suns 131-88. Shots fell that probably shouldn't have, and the Rockets cashed in. The Suns came in with something to prove after a loss; the Suns bent the defense out of shape from deep. The Rockets locker room is humming, and it showed. Early returns: the Rockets per-player utilization choices fit the identity tonight. Garbage time started early.
What tipped it
- Rockets · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.
- Suns · Bouncing Back A winning team just got tripped up — expect a response.