Wed Mar 2, 2005 · 8:00 PM
Houston RocketsRockets
109
away
Chemistry
Tense
Washington WizardsWizards
116
home
Chemistry
Steady
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Houston RocketsRockets | 25 | 27 | 28 | 29 | 109 |
| Washington WizardsWizards | 30 | 37 | 23 | 26 | 116 |
After Action Report
The Wizards fended off the Rockets 116-109. The better team simply showed up tonight. The Wizards owned the glass, generating extra possessions; Wizards' veteran poise eliminated the costly mistakes.
What tipped it
- Wizards · Glass Eaters Crashing the boards generates extra possessions and second-chance buckets.
- Rockets · Catching Fire Riding a 4+ game winning streak — confidence is high.
- Rockets · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.