Houston Rockets Score Season-High in Win Over Blazers

Nov 27, 2016; Portland, OR, USA; Houston Rockets guard James Harden (13) reacts as the crowd boos him during introductions before the game against the Portland Trail Blazers during the first quarter of the game at the Moda Center at the Rose Quarter. Mandatory Credit: Steve Dykes-USA TODAY Sports

Houston Rockets record a season high in points in their convincing win over the Portland Trail Blazers. Player Grades reflect the overall quality effort of the squad.

Despite another double-double from James Harden, Eric Gordon’s 28 points off the bench, played a huge factor in the Houston Rockets blowout win over the Portland Trail Blazers.

As expected, it was an exciting first half for both high powered  offenses. Both teams shot over 50% percent from the field, but it was the Houston Rockets who took a 65-62 lead into the half. The Portland Trail Blazers had no answers for the league’s top MVP candidate, James Harden, who ended the half with 21 points and 5 assists.

As much as the Blazers struggled to defend Harden, the Rockets shared their own problems on the defensive end against C.J. McCollum. The league’s most improved player lit the Rockets up for 20 points in the first half.

The Blazers tried their best not to get outdone on their home floor as they revamped their defense on Harden. Yet, the hot scoring from Eric Gordon proved to be more dangerous off the bench. Gordon added in 10 points in the third quarte shooting a perfect 6-for-6 from behind the arc.

In the end, the Rockets hot shooting was just too much for the Blazers. Houston improves their record to 11-6 and remained undefeated on their five-game west coast road trip.

Next: Rockets Starting Front Court Grades

Nov 27, 2016; Portland, OR, USA; Portland Trail Blazers guard Damian Lillard (0) drives to the basket on Houston Rockets forward Trevor Ariza (1) during the fourth quarter of the game at the Moda Center at the Rose Quarter. The Rockets won 130-114. Mandatory Credit: Steve Dykes-USA TODAY Sports

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Next: Rockets Starting Back Court Grades

Nov 27, 2016; Portland, OR, USA; Portland Trail Blazers center Mason Plumlee (24) is called for a foul as Houston Rockets guard James Harden (13) tries to get around him during the third quarter of the game at the Moda Center at the Rose Quarter. The Rockets won 130-114. Mandatory Credit: Steve Dykes-USA TODAY Sports

Rockets Starting Backcourt Grades

Next: Best Bench Player/Opponent

Nov 27, 2016; Portland, OR, USA; Houston Rockets guard Eric Gordon (10) drives to the basket on Portland Trail Blazers center Mason Plumlee (24) during the first quarter of the game at the Moda Center at the Rose Quarter. Mandatory Credit: Steve Dykes-USA TODAY Sports

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The Rockets continue their five-game west coast road trip Tuesday when they take on the Utah Jazz in Salt Lake City.

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