Sun Nov 21, 2004 · 6:00 PM
Houston RocketsRockets
118
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Portland Trail BlazersBlazers
108
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Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Houston RocketsRockets | 28 | 30 | 29 | 31 | 118 |
| Portland Trail BlazersBlazers | 26 | 27 | 26 | 29 | 108 |
After Action Report
In Portland, the Rockets outlasted the Trail Blazers 118-108. The tempo dragged the Trail Blazers into a rhythm they couldn't survive. The Rockets owned the glass, generating extra possessions; the Rockets answered the bell with a bounce-back effort.
What tipped it
- Trail Blazers · Rim Wreckers A trio of high-flyers run, dunk, and tilt the pace.
- Rockets · Glass Eaters Crashing the boards generates extra possessions and second-chance buckets.
- Rockets · Bouncing Back A winning team just got tripped up — expect a response.