Mon Oct 11, 2004 · 7:30 PM
· Preseason
Miami HeatHeat
111
away
Chemistry
Cold
Houston RocketsRockets
117
home
Chemistry
Steady
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Miami HeatHeat | 19 | 40 | 24 | 28 | 111 |
| Houston RocketsRockets | 23 | 28 | 34 | 32 | 117 |
After Action Report
The Rockets edged the Heat 117-111. The Rockets got every break — every loose ball, every bounce. Rockets' defenders refused to give up clean looks; the Heat pushed the pace until the other side broke. Heat's per-player workload didn't match the gameplan.