Wed Mar 30, 2005 · 8:00 PM
Houston RocketsRockets
112
away
Chemistry
Tense
Portland Trail BlazersBlazers
102
home
Chemistry
Steady
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Houston RocketsRockets | 32 | 20 | 30 | 30 | 112 |
| Portland Trail BlazersBlazers | 19 | 22 | 32 | 29 | 102 |
After Action Report
In Portland, the Rockets downed the Trail Blazers 112-102. The breakneck pace played right into Rockets' hands. The Rockets pushed the pace until the other side broke. The Rockets bench chemistry carried them. Early returns: the Rockets per-player utilization choices fit the identity tonight. Style points be damned.
What tipped it
- Rockets · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.