Sun Nov 21, 2004 · 6:00 PM
Houston RocketsRockets
129
away
Chemistry
Hot
Portland Trail BlazersBlazers
107
home
Chemistry
Steady
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Houston RocketsRockets | 34 | 32 | 33 | 30 | 129 |
| Portland Trail BlazersBlazers | 33 | 22 | 39 | 13 | 107 |
After Action Report
In a track meet, the Rockets ran roughshod over the Trail Blazers 129-107. The tempo dragged the Trail Blazers into a rhythm they couldn't survive. Rockets' Rim Wreckers got loose for easy buckets in transition; the Rockets owned the glass, generating extra possessions. Garbage time started early.
What tipped it
- Rockets · Rim Wreckers A trio of high-flyers run, dunk, and tilt the pace.
- Rockets · Glass Eaters Crashing the boards generates extra possessions and second-chance buckets.
- Rockets · Superstar Stack Two or more 90-overall stars bend games to their will on both ends.