Sun Nov 21, 2004 · 6:00 PM
Houston RocketsRockets
125
away
Chemistry
Steady
Portland Trail BlazersBlazers
123
home
Chemistry
Tense
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Houston RocketsRockets | 33 | 29 | 33 | 30 | 125 |
| Portland Trail BlazersBlazers | 29 | 32 | 27 | 35 | 123 |
After Action Report
In a track meet, the Rockets snuck past the Trail Blazers 125-123. The breakneck pace played right into Rockets' hands. Rockets' Rim Wreckers got loose for easy buckets in transition; the Rockets came in with something to prove after a loss.
What tipped it
- Trail Blazers · Glass Eaters Crashing the boards generates extra possessions and second-chance buckets.
- Rockets · Rim Wreckers A trio of high-flyers run, dunk, and tilt the pace.
- Rockets · Bouncing Back A winning team just got tripped up — expect a response.