Wed Mar 30, 2005 · 8:00 PM
Houston RocketsRockets
127
away
Chemistry
Hot
Portland Trail BlazersBlazers
136
home
Chemistry
Hot
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Houston RocketsRockets | 33 | 35 | 27 | 32 | 127 |
| Portland Trail BlazersBlazers | 37 | 38 | 26 | 35 | 136 |
After Action Report
The Trail Blazers held off the Rockets 136-127. Shots fell that probably shouldn't have, and the Trail Blazers cashed in. The Superstar Stack delivered when it mattered for the Trail Blazers; the Trail Blazers came in with something to prove after a loss. The Trail Blazers locker room is humming, and it showed. 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 · 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.
- Rockets · Catching Fire Riding a 4+ game winning streak — confidence is high.
- Rockets · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.