Mon Dec 20, 2004 · 8:30 PM
Toronto RaptorsRaptors
107
away
Chemistry
Tense
Houston RocketsRockets
102
home
Chemistry
Steady
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Toronto RaptorsRaptors | 31 | 28 | 24 | 24 | 107 |
| Houston RocketsRockets | 27 | 25 | 25 | 25 | 102 |
After Action Report
The Raptors stunned the Rockets 107-102. Shots fell that probably shouldn't have, and the Raptors cashed in. The Raptors couldn't shake the cold spell; Raptors' old heads steadied the ship in the swings. Tonight's Rockets utilization choices clashed with the team identity. Add it to the list of nights the favorite forgot to show up.
What tipped it
- Rockets · Rim Wreckers A trio of high-flyers run, dunk, and tilt the pace.
- Rockets · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.
- Raptors · Ice Cold On a 4+ game losing streak — shots aren't falling.
- Raptors · Locker-Room Rift Tension in the locker room — poor ball movement and streaky play.