Wed Jan 5, 2005 · 9:00 PM
Phoenix SunsSuns
111
away
Chemistry
Cold
Houston RocketsRockets
109
home
Chemistry
Tense
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Phoenix SunsSuns | 32 | 29 | 11 | 39 | 111 |
| Houston RocketsRockets | 35 | 19 | 26 | 29 | 109 |
After Action Report
The Suns squeaked past the Rockets 111-109. The tempo dragged the Rockets into a rhythm they couldn't survive. Second-chance points piled up for the Suns; Suns' old heads steadied the ship in the swings.
What tipped it
- Rockets · Statement Win Last time out, a 20+ point beating sent a message.
- Suns · Glass Eaters Crashing the boards generates extra possessions and second-chance buckets.