Sun Feb 13, 2005 · 8:30 PM
Portland Trail BlazersBlazers
89
away
Chemistry
Steady
Houston RocketsRockets
104
home
Chemistry
Hot
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Portland Trail BlazersBlazers | 26 | 20 | 22 | 21 | 89 |
| Houston RocketsRockets | 29 | 25 | 21 | 29 | 104 |
After Action Report
The Rockets handled the Trail Blazers 104-89. The Trail Blazers couldn't capitalize even when shots wouldn't fall for the Rockets. Rockets' Rim Wreckers got loose for easy buckets in transition; the Trail Blazers carried the swagger of a recent blowout into this one. Early returns: the Rockets per-player utilization choices fit the identity tonight. Survive-and-advance type win.
What tipped it
- Rockets · Rim Wreckers A trio of high-flyers run, dunk, and tilt the pace.
- Trail Blazers · Statement Win Last time out, a 20+ point beating sent a message.
- Trail Blazers · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.