Thu Dec 2, 2004 · 8:00 PM
Houston RocketsRockets
93
away
Chemistry
Tense
Dallas MavericksMavs
125
home
Chemistry
Elite
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Houston RocketsRockets | 21 | 22 | 26 | 24 | 93 |
| Dallas MavericksMavs | 36 | 34 | 27 | 28 | 125 |
After Action Report
The Mavericks demolished the Rockets 125-93. The Rockets had no answer for the variance gods tonight. Second-chance points piled up for the Rockets; Rockets' Lockdown identity stifled the opposing offense. The Rockets looked disjointed — chemistry issues linger. Tonight's Rockets utilization choices clashed with the team identity. Garbage time started early.
What tipped it
- Rockets · Glass Eaters Crashing the boards generates extra possessions and second-chance buckets.
- Rockets · Locker-Room Rift Tension in the locker room — poor ball movement and streaky play.