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Wed Feb 23, 2005 · 9:00 PM
Houston RocketsRockets
128
away
Chemistry Steady
San Antonio SpursSpurs
126
home
Chemistry Hot

Box Score

TEAM Q1 Q2 Q3 Q4 FINAL
Houston RocketsRockets 33 35 20 40 128
San Antonio SpursSpurs 32 36 23 35 126

After Action Report

The Rockets snuck past the Spurs 128-126. The tempo dragged the Spurs into a rhythm they couldn't survive. The Rockets owned the glass, generating extra possessions; Rockets' veteran poise eliminated the costly mistakes.

What tipped it

  • Spurs · Rim Wreckers A trio of high-flyers run, dunk, and tilt the pace.
  • Spurs · Glass Eaters Crashing the boards generates extra possessions and second-chance buckets.
  • Spurs · Bouncing Back A winning team just got tripped up — expect a response.
  • Spurs · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.
  • Rockets · Glass Eaters Crashing the boards generates extra possessions and second-chance buckets.