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Wed Dec 22, 2004 · 8:30 PM
Charlotte BobcatsBobcats
116
away
Chemistry Tense
Houston RocketsRockets
97
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Chemistry Steady

Box Score

TEAM Q1 Q2 Q3 Q4 FINAL
Charlotte BobcatsBobcats 23 31 29 33 116
Houston RocketsRockets 20 26 27 24 97

After Action Report

The Bobcats downed the Rockets 116-97. The Rockets had no answer for the variance gods tonight. Bobcats' Rim Wreckers got loose for easy buckets in transition; the Bobcats carried the confidence of a hot streak right into this one. The Bobcats bench chemistry carried them. Early returns: the Bobcats per-player utilization choices fit the identity tonight.

What tipped it

  • Bobcats · Rim Wreckers A trio of high-flyers run, dunk, and tilt the pace.
  • Bobcats · Catching Fire Riding a 4+ game winning streak — confidence is high.
  • Bobcats · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.