Wed Mar 30, 2005 · 8:00 PM
Houston RocketsRockets
103
away
Chemistry
Steady
Portland Trail BlazersBlazers
111
home
Chemistry
Steady
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Houston RocketsRockets | 28 | 26 | 26 | 23 | 103 |
| Portland Trail BlazersBlazers | 24 | 29 | 31 | 27 | 111 |
After Action Report
The Trail Blazers outlasted the Rockets 111-103. The Trail Blazers got every break — every loose ball, every bounce. The Trail Blazers came in with something to prove after a loss; Trail Blazers' outside barrage was a constant threat. Trail Blazers' rotation plan looked deliberate, and the right guys made the most of their roles.
What tipped it
- Trail Blazers · 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.