Wed Mar 30, 2005 · 8:00 PM
Houston RocketsRockets
130
away
Chemistry
Steady
Portland Trail BlazersBlazers
111
home
Chemistry
Steady
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Houston RocketsRockets | 28 | 36 | 37 | 29 | 130 |
| Portland Trail BlazersBlazers | 28 | 28 | 24 | 31 | 111 |
After Action Report
In Portland, the Rockets outlasted the Trail Blazers 130-111. The tempo dragged the Trail Blazers into a rhythm they couldn't survive. The Rockets owned the glass, generating extra possessions; the Rockets carried the swagger of a recent blowout into this one.
What tipped it
- Trail Blazers · Statement Win Last time out, a 20+ point beating sent a message.
- Rockets · Glass Eaters Crashing the boards generates extra possessions and second-chance buckets.
- Rockets · Statement Win Last time out, a 20+ point beating sent a message.