Sun Feb 13, 2005 · 8:30 PM
Portland Trail BlazersBlazers
99
away
Chemistry
Steady
Houston RocketsRockets
126
home
Chemistry
Hot
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Portland Trail BlazersBlazers | 27 | 25 | 29 | 18 | 99 |
| Houston RocketsRockets | 30 | 33 | 34 | 29 | 126 |
After Action Report
In Houston, the Rockets buried the Trail Blazers 126-99. Rockets controlled the tempo from tip to buzzer. The Rockets owned the glass, generating extra possessions; the Rockets came in with something to prove after a loss. Never a doubt in this one.
What tipped it
- Rockets · Glass Eaters Crashing the boards generates extra possessions and second-chance buckets.
- Rockets · Bouncing Back A winning team just got tripped up — expect a response.
- Trail Blazers · Rim Wreckers A trio of high-flyers run, dunk, and tilt the pace.
- Trail Blazers · Ice Cold On a 4+ game losing streak — shots aren't falling.