Wed Jan 5, 2005 · 9:00 PM
Phoenix SunsSuns
118
away
Chemistry
Tense
Houston RocketsRockets
115
home
Chemistry
Tense
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Phoenix SunsSuns | 33 | 32 | 23 | 30 | 118 |
| Houston RocketsRockets | 34 | 25 | 27 | 29 | 115 |
After Action Report
The Suns survived the Rockets 118-115. The Suns got every break — every loose ball, every bounce. The Suns carried the swagger of a recent blowout into this one; Suns' old heads steadied the ship in the swings. The Suns bench chemistry carried them. The Suns rotation plan paid off — leaning into the right spots created real lift.
What tipped it
- Rockets · Catching Fire Riding a 4+ game winning streak — confidence is high.
- Suns · Statement Win Last time out, a 20+ point beating sent a message.
- Suns · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.