Sun Dec 26, 2004 · 8:30 PM
Los Angeles ClippersClippers
120
away
Chemistry
Hot
Houston RocketsRockets
133
home
Chemistry
Tense
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Los Angeles ClippersClippers | 34 | 28 | 37 | 21 | 120 |
| Houston RocketsRockets | 34 | 32 | 31 | 36 | 133 |
After Action Report
In a track meet, the Rockets pulled away from the Clippers 133-120. The breakneck pace played right into Rockets' hands. You could feel the revenge motivation from the Rockets; the Rockets pushed the pace until the other side broke. The Rockets locker room is humming, and it showed. Early returns: the Rockets per-player utilization choices fit the identity tonight.
What tipped it
- Rockets · Heartbreak A gutting last-second loss — revenge is on the menu.
- Rockets · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.