Sun Nov 21, 2004 · 6:00 PM
Houston RocketsRockets
84
away
Chemistry
Cold
Portland Trail BlazersBlazers
121
home
Chemistry
Elite
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Houston RocketsRockets | 20 | 23 | 28 | 13 | 84 |
| Portland Trail BlazersBlazers | 36 | 34 | 25 | 26 | 121 |
After Action Report
The Trail Blazers rolled past the Rockets 121-84. Shots fell that probably shouldn't have, and the Trail Blazers cashed in. The Trail Blazers carried the swagger of a recent blowout into this one; Trail Blazers' Run-and-Gun identity dictated the tempo. The Rockets looked disjointed — chemistry issues linger. Trail Blazers' rotation plan looked deliberate, and the right guys made the most of their roles. It was over by halftime.
What tipped it
- Trail Blazers · Statement Win Last time out, a 20+ point beating sent a message.
- Rockets · Locker-Room Rift Tension in the locker room — poor ball movement and streaky play.