Celtics (
nathan) are the champions!
Wed Mar 30, 2005 · 8:00 PM
Houston RocketsRockets
103
away
Chemistry
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Portland Trail BlazersBlazers
102
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Chemistry
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Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Houston RocketsRockets | 23 | 26 | 26 | 28 | 103 |
| Portland Trail BlazersBlazers | 29 | 16 | 32 | 25 | 102 |
After Action Report
The Rockets snuck past the Trail Blazers 103-102. The Rockets won despite a cold shooting night — grit beat polish. The Rockets came in with something to prove after a loss; the Rockets bent the defense out of shape from deep. The Rockets bench chemistry carried them. Early returns: the Rockets per-player utilization choices fit the identity tonight. Survive-and-advance type win.
What tipped it
- 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.