Wed Mar 16, 2005 · 8:30 PM
Portland Trail BlazersBlazers
116
away
Chemistry
Hot
Houston RocketsRockets
101
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Chemistry
Hot
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Portland Trail BlazersBlazers | 33 | 24 | 34 | 25 | 116 |
| Houston RocketsRockets | 22 | 25 | 26 | 28 | 101 |
After Action Report
In Houston, the Trail Blazers pulled away from the Rockets 116-101. The breakneck pace played right into Trail Blazers' hands. Trail Blazers' stars took over and bent the game to their will; the Trail Blazers pushed the pace until the other side broke. The Trail Blazers bench chemistry carried them. Trail Blazers' rotation plan looked deliberate, and the right guys made the most of their roles.
What tipped it
- Trail Blazers · Superstar Stack Two or more 90-overall stars bend games to their will on both ends.
- Trail Blazers · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.