Mon Mar 28, 2005 · 8:00 PM
Houston RocketsRockets
109
away
Chemistry
Tense
Utah JazzJazz
108
home
Chemistry
Steady
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Houston RocketsRockets | 40 | 23 | 24 | 22 | 109 |
| Utah JazzJazz | 27 | 26 | 24 | 31 | 108 |
After Action Report
The Rockets survived the Jazz 109-108. The breakneck pace played right into Rockets' hands. The Rockets came in with something to prove after a loss; Rockets' Run-and-Gun identity dictated the tempo. The Rockets bench chemistry carried them. Early returns: the Rockets per-player utilization choices fit the identity tonight. Survive-and-advance type win.
What tipped it
- Jazz · Ice Cold On a 4+ game losing streak — shots aren't falling.
- Rockets · Bouncing Back A winning team just got tripped up — expect a response.
- Rockets · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.