Tue Mar 8, 2005 · 8:00 PM
Houston RocketsRockets
126
away
Chemistry
Hot
Seattle SuperSonicsSonics
132
home
Chemistry
Steady
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Houston RocketsRockets | 33 | 35 | 27 | 31 | 126 |
| Seattle SuperSonicsSonics | 30 | 39 | 32 | 31 | 132 |
After Action Report
The SuperSonics outlasted the Rockets 132-126. The tempo dragged the Rockets into a rhythm they couldn't survive. The SuperSonics carried the confidence of a hot streak right into this one; SuperSonics' Run-and-Gun identity dictated the tempo. The SuperSonics locker room is humming, and it showed. SuperSonics' rotation plan looked deliberate, and the right guys made the most of their roles.
What tipped it
- SuperSonics · Catching Fire Riding a 4+ game winning streak — confidence is high.
- SuperSonics · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.
- Rockets · Rim Wreckers A trio of high-flyers run, dunk, and tilt the pace.
- Rockets · Statement Win Last time out, a 20+ point beating sent a message.
- Rockets · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.