Celtics (
nathan) are the champions!
Wed Mar 16, 2005 · 8:30 PM
Portland Trail BlazersBlazers
98
away
Chemistry
Hot
Houston RocketsRockets
105
home
Chemistry
Steady
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Portland Trail BlazersBlazers | 33 | 19 | 19 | 27 | 98 |
| Houston RocketsRockets | 27 | 24 | 31 | 23 | 105 |
After Action Report
In Houston, the Rockets edged the Trail Blazers 105-98. Rockets torched the Trail Blazers on the offensive end. The Rockets couldn't shake the cold spell; the Rockets pushed the pace until the other side broke.
What tipped it
- Rockets · Ice Cold On a 4+ game losing streak — shots aren't falling.
- Trail Blazers · Glass Eaters Crashing the boards generates extra possessions and second-chance buckets.
- Trail Blazers · Bouncing Back A winning team just got tripped up — expect a response.
- Trail Blazers · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.