Wed Dec 15, 2004 · 8:30 PM
Atlanta HawksHawks
124
away
Chemistry
Tense
Houston RocketsRockets
134
home
Chemistry
Tense
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Atlanta HawksHawks | 29 | 38 | 32 | 25 | 124 |
| Houston RocketsRockets | 37 | 35 | 21 | 41 | 134 |
After Action Report
The Rockets handled the Hawks 134-124. The tempo dragged the Hawks into a rhythm they couldn't survive. The Rockets carried the confidence of a hot streak right into this one; the Rockets pushed the pace until the other side broke. The Rockets locker room is humming, and it showed. Tonight's Hawks utilization choices clashed with the team identity.
What tipped it
- Rockets · Catching Fire Riding a 4+ game winning streak — confidence is high.
- Rockets · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.
- Hawks · Glass Eaters Crashing the boards generates extra possessions and second-chance buckets.
- Hawks · Statement Win Last time out, a 20+ point beating sent a message.