Celtics (
nathan) are the champions!
Tue Apr 5, 2005 · 7:30 PM
Houston RocketsRockets
103
away
Chemistry
Steady
Golden State WarriorsWarriors
116
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Chemistry
Steady
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Houston RocketsRockets | 28 | 24 | 22 | 29 | 103 |
| Golden State WarriorsWarriors | 24 | 31 | 26 | 35 | 116 |
After Action Report
The Warriors handled the Rockets 116-103. Warriors controlled the tempo from tip to buzzer. The Warriors carried the swagger of a recent blowout into this one; Warriors' Run-and-Gun identity dictated the tempo. The Warriors rotation plan paid off — leaning into the right spots created real lift.
What tipped it
- Warriors · Statement Win Last time out, a 20+ point beating sent a message.
- Rockets · Glass Eaters Crashing the boards generates extra possessions and second-chance buckets.