Sun Jan 30, 2005 · 2:00 PM
Houston RocketsRockets
121
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Chemistry
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Miami HeatHeat
120
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Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Houston RocketsRockets | 29 | 28 | 34 | 30 | 121 |
| Miami HeatHeat | 32 | 31 | 28 | 29 | 120 |
After Action Report
The Rockets snuck past the Heat 121-120. Rockets controlled the tempo from tip to buzzer. The Rockets carried the swagger of a recent blowout into this one; Rockets' Run-and-Gun identity dictated the tempo.
What tipped it
- Heat · Rim Wreckers A trio of high-flyers run, dunk, and tilt the pace.
- Heat · Heartbreak A gutting last-second loss — revenge is on the menu.
- Heat · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.
- Rockets · Statement Win Last time out, a 20+ point beating sent a message.