Playoffs · Round 1 · Game 2
Houston RocketsRockets
117
away
Portland Trail BlazersBlazers
96
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Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Houston RocketsRockets | 29 | 27 | 36 | 25 | 117 |
| Portland Trail BlazersBlazers | 23 | 35 | 20 | 18 | 96 |
After Action Report
The Rockets blew the doors off the Trail Blazers 117-96. Rockets' offense had its way with the Trail Blazers. Fresh off a statement win, the Rockets stayed locked in; Rockets' Lockdown identity stifled the opposing offense. One bad quarter was all it took to crack this one open.
What tipped it
- Trail Blazers · Catching Fire Riding a 4+ game winning streak — confidence is high.
- Trail Blazers · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.
- Rockets · Statement Win Last time out, a 20+ point beating sent a message.