Sun Apr 3, 2005 · 7:30 PM
Phoenix SunsSuns
115
away
Chemistry
Hot
Houston RocketsRockets
116
home
Chemistry
Tense
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Phoenix SunsSuns | 34 | 26 | 29 | 26 | 115 |
| Houston RocketsRockets | 34 | 37 | 22 | 23 | 116 |
After Action Report
In Houston, the Rockets shocked the Suns 116-115. Rockets controlled the tempo from tip to buzzer. The Rockets owned the glass, generating extra possessions; Rockets' Run-and-Gun identity dictated the tempo. Rockets' rotation plan looked deliberate, and the right guys made the most of their roles. An upset for the books.
What tipped it
- Rockets · Glass Eaters Crashing the boards generates extra possessions and second-chance buckets.
- Suns · Rim Wreckers A trio of high-flyers run, dunk, and tilt the pace.
- Suns · Glass Eaters Crashing the boards generates extra possessions and second-chance buckets.
- Suns · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.