Sun Nov 21, 2004 · 6:00 PM
Houston RocketsRockets
115
away
Chemistry
Steady
Portland Trail BlazersBlazers
102
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Chemistry
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Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Houston RocketsRockets | 26 | 26 | 32 | 31 | 115 |
| Portland Trail BlazersBlazers | 25 | 23 | 21 | 33 | 102 |
After Action Report
In Portland, the Rockets downed the Trail Blazers 115-102. Shots fell that probably shouldn't have, and the Rockets cashed in. The Rockets answered the bell with a bounce-back effort; the Rockets bent the defense out of shape from deep. Early returns: the Rockets per-player utilization choices fit the identity tonight.
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 · Bouncing Back A winning team just got tripped up — expect a response.