Houston got just enough breaks to upset Portland, 91-89. The pace of play was clearly dictated by Portland, showing who was the better team. But Houston came up with the right plays at the right times to convert more scoring chances and come away with the win.

"We got our share of luck today," acknowledged Houston coach Bob. "They pretty much dictated the game but we were able to get the job done when it mattered. Jackson really helped us out there; we couldn't have pulled it off without him."

Houston was led by Jackson (21 points, 14 boards, 1 assists, a block), Mackey (8 points, 8 assists, 4 blocks), Howard (15 points, 5 boards, 2 assists, a block). Portland was led by King (5 points, 17 boards, 7 assists), Guerrero (15 points, 5 boards, 4 assists, a block), Thompson (15 points, a steal).

Houston are now 19-25 with this win. They stay at #5 in the Southwest and hold at #8 overall in the Western Conference. After this loss, Portland fall to 26-18 and 18-7 at home. They hold at #2 in the Northwest and remain at #4 overall in the Western Conference.

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