Demonstrating another impressive performance, the Houston Rockets have overwhelmed the visiting Portland Trail Blazers, 140-116, at the Toyota Center.
Continuing their three-game home stand, the Rockets remained unstoppable to secure their eighth victory over the past nine games. It was a two-way dominance for Houston, as they shot lights out again from the field with 50 percent as a team and forced 20 turnovers at the side of Portland with 16 huge steals — a season-high.
Behind the Rockets’ scoring dominance is selfless basketball. For another time, the team showed they can thrive even without Fred VanVleet as they tallied 26 assists as a group.
Here are the key takeaways on the Rockets’ big-time dub over the Blazers in Houston.
1. Third Quarter Changed Everything For Houston