Fri Oct 15, 2004 · 7:30 PM
· Preseason
Sacramento KingsKings
97
away
Chemistry
Cold
Houston RocketsRockets
96
home
Chemistry
Tense
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sacramento KingsKings | 26 | 18 | 26 | 27 | 97 |
| Houston RocketsRockets | 23 | 27 | 23 | 23 | 96 |
After Action Report
The Kings survived the Rockets 97-96. Execution down the stretch made the difference. Kings' defenders refused to give up clean looks; the Rockets owned the glass, generating extra possessions. Tonight's Rockets utilization choices clashed with the team identity. Survive-and-advance type win.
What tipped it
- Rockets · Glass Eaters Crashing the boards generates extra possessions and second-chance buckets.