Wed Mar 16, 2005 · 8:30 PM
Portland Trail BlazersBlazers
105
away
Chemistry
Hot
Houston RocketsRockets
109
home
Chemistry
Tense
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Portland Trail BlazersBlazers | 23 | 28 | 26 | 28 | 105 |
| Houston RocketsRockets | 24 | 31 | 28 | 26 | 109 |
After Action Report
In Houston, the Rockets squeaked past the Trail Blazers 109-105. Rockets' offense had its way with the Trail Blazers. Fresh off a statement win, the Rockets stayed locked in; Rockets' veteran poise eliminated the costly mistakes.
What tipped it
- Rockets · Statement Win Last time out, a 20+ point beating sent a message.
- Trail Blazers · Rim Wreckers A trio of high-flyers run, dunk, and tilt the pace.
- Trail Blazers · Heartbreak A gutting last-second loss — revenge is on the menu.
- Trail Blazers · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.