Wed Mar 30, 2005 · 8:00 PM
Houston RocketsRockets
110
away
Chemistry
Hot
Portland Trail BlazersBlazers
112
home
Chemistry
Steady
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Houston RocketsRockets | 32 | 26 | 24 | 28 | 110 |
| Portland Trail BlazersBlazers | 30 | 26 | 32 | 24 | 112 |
After Action Report
The Trail Blazers survived the Rockets 112-110. Shots fell that probably shouldn't have, and the Trail Blazers cashed in. The Trail Blazers carried the confidence of a hot streak right into this one; second-chance points piled up for the Rockets.
What tipped it
- Trail Blazers · Catching Fire Riding a 4+ game winning streak — confidence is high.
- Rockets · Glass Eaters Crashing the boards generates extra possessions and second-chance buckets.
- Rockets · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.