Celtics (
nathan) are the champions!
Wed Mar 16, 2005 · 8:30 PM
Portland Trail BlazersBlazers
106
away
Chemistry
Steady
Houston RocketsRockets
96
home
Chemistry
Tense
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Portland Trail BlazersBlazers | 23 | 31 | 31 | 21 | 106 |
| Houston RocketsRockets | 31 | 13 | 27 | 25 | 96 |
After Action Report
The Trail Blazers handled the Rockets 106-96. The Rockets couldn't capitalize even when shots wouldn't fall for the Trail Blazers. The Trail Blazers carried the confidence of a hot streak right into this one; Trail Blazers' outside barrage was a constant threat. The Trail Blazers bench chemistry carried them. Trail Blazers' rotation plan looked deliberate, and the right guys made the most of their roles. Survive-and-advance type win.
What tipped it
- Rockets · Locker-Room Rift Tension in the locker room — poor ball movement and streaky play.
- 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.