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Wed Dec 29, 2004 · 8:00 PM
Houston RocketsRockets
127
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Chemistry Tense
Cleveland CavaliersCavs
88
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Chemistry Tense

Box Score

TEAM Q1 Q2 Q3 Q4 FINAL
Houston RocketsRockets 32 32 37 26 127
Cleveland CavaliersCavs 23 20 20 25 88

After Action Report

The Rockets demolished the Cavaliers 127-88. The Rockets got every break — every loose ball, every bounce. Second-chance points piled up for the Rockets; the Rockets came in with something to prove after a loss. The Rockets bench chemistry carried them. Tonight's Cavaliers utilization choices clashed with the team identity. Garbage time started early.

What tipped it

  • Cavaliers · Statement Win Last time out, a 20+ point beating sent a message.
  • Rockets · Glass Eaters Crashing the boards generates extra possessions and second-chance buckets.
  • Rockets · Bouncing Back A winning team just got tripped up — expect a response.
  • Rockets · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.