Sun Nov 21, 2004 · 6:00 PM
Houston RocketsRockets
102
away
Chemistry
Hot
Portland Trail BlazersBlazers
89
home
Chemistry
Tense
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Houston RocketsRockets | 30 | 21 | 27 | 24 | 102 |
| Portland Trail BlazersBlazers | 21 | 19 | 22 | 27 | 89 |
After Action Report
In Portland, the Rockets handled the Trail Blazers 102-89. Rockets' stops on the defensive end set the tone. The Rockets came in with something to prove after a loss; Rockets' Lockdown identity stifled the opposing offense. The Rockets bench chemistry carried them. The Rockets rotation plan paid off — leaning into the right spots created real lift.
What tipped it
- Trail Blazers · Statement Win Last time out, a 20+ point beating sent a message.
- Rockets · Bouncing Back A winning team just got tripped up — expect a response.
- Rockets · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.