Sun Nov 21, 2004 · 6:00 PM
Houston RocketsRockets
123
away
Chemistry
Hot
Portland Trail BlazersBlazers
126
home
Chemistry
Hot
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | OT | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Houston RocketsRockets | 30 | 25 | 25 | 35 | 8 | 123 |
| Portland Trail BlazersBlazers | 16 | 26 | 39 | 34 | 11 | 126 |
After Action Report
The Trail Blazers squeaked past the Rockets 126-123 in overtime. Trail Blazers' offense had its way with the Rockets. Trail Blazers' high-flyers tilted the pace and the rim; fresh off a statement win, the Trail Blazers stayed locked in. Early returns: the Trail Blazers per-player utilization choices fit the identity tonight.
What tipped it
- Trail Blazers · Rim Wreckers A trio of high-flyers run, dunk, and tilt the pace.
- Trail Blazers · Statement Win Last time out, a 20+ point beating sent a message.
- Rockets · Heartbreak A gutting last-second loss — revenge is on the menu.