Wed Mar 30, 2005 · 8:00 PM
Houston RocketsRockets
101
away
Chemistry
Hot
Portland Trail BlazersBlazers
86
home
Chemistry
Cold
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Houston RocketsRockets | 27 | 24 | 22 | 28 | 101 |
| Portland Trail BlazersBlazers | 20 | 12 | 21 | 33 | 86 |
After Action Report
The Rockets downed the Trail Blazers 101-86. The better team simply showed up tonight. The Rockets carried the swagger of a recent blowout into this one; the Trail Blazers pushed the pace until the other side broke. The Rockets bench chemistry carried them. Early returns: the Rockets per-player utilization choices fit the identity tonight. Survive-and-advance type win.
What tipped it
- Rockets · Statement Win Last time out, a 20+ point beating sent a message.
- Rockets · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.