Sat Apr 9, 2005 · 7:00 PM
Houston RocketsRockets
124
away
Chemistry
Cold
Phoenix SunsSuns
99
home
Chemistry
Steady
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Houston RocketsRockets | 36 | 34 | 30 | 24 | 124 |
| Phoenix SunsSuns | 16 | 22 | 30 | 31 | 99 |
After Action Report
The Rockets blew the doors off the Suns 124-99. Shots fell that probably shouldn't have, and the Rockets cashed in. The Rockets answered the bell with a bounce-back effort; the Rockets pushed the pace until the other side broke. Tonight's Suns utilization choices clashed with the team identity. Garbage time started early.
What tipped it
- Suns · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.
- Rockets · Bouncing Back A winning team just got tripped up — expect a response.
- Rockets · Locker-Room Rift Tension in the locker room — poor ball movement and streaky play.