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Fri Jan 21, 2005 · 8:30 PM
Houston RocketsRockets
118
away
Chemistry Steady
New York KnicksKnicks
110
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Chemistry Hot

Box Score

TEAM Q1 Q2 Q3 Q4 FINAL
Houston RocketsRockets 28 32 31 27 118
New York KnicksKnicks 37 25 10 38 110

After Action Report

The Rockets held off the Knicks 118-110. The breakneck pace played right into Rockets' hands. Rockets' Rim Wreckers got loose for easy buckets in transition; the Rockets came in with something to prove after a loss. The Rockets bench chemistry carried them.

What tipped it

  • Knicks · Statement Win Last time out, a 20+ point beating sent a message.
  • Rockets · Rim Wreckers A trio of high-flyers run, dunk, and tilt the pace.
  • Rockets · Bouncing Back A winning team just got tripped up — expect a response.
  • Rockets · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.