Wed Mar 2, 2005 · 8:00 PM
Houston RocketsRockets
95
away
Chemistry
Steady
Washington WizardsWizards
89
home
Chemistry
Steady
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Houston RocketsRockets | 18 | 27 | 27 | 23 | 95 |
| Washington WizardsWizards | 23 | 21 | 16 | 29 | 89 |
After Action Report
In Washington, the Rockets edged the Wizards 95-89. The Rockets won despite a cold shooting night — grit beat polish. The Rockets played with the chip of a recent gutting loss. The Rockets bench chemistry carried them. Style points be damned.
What tipped it
- Rockets · Heartbreak A gutting last-second loss — revenge is on the menu.
- Rockets · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.