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Image 2 of 329 Portland Trail Blazers guard Damian Lillard (0) shoots the game-winning shot over Houston Rockets forward Chandler Parsons . Portland Trail Blazers guard Damian Lillard (0) shoots the game-winning shot over Houston Rockets forward Chandler Parsons . Photo: James Nielsen / Houston Chronicle

Image 3 of 329 Rockets forward Chandler Parsons (25), center Dwight Howard (12) and guard Jeremy Lin (7) walk up court during the fourth quarter. Rockets forward Chandler Parsons (25), center Dwight Howard (12) and guard Jeremy Lin (7) walk up court during the fourth quarter. Photo: James Nielsen / Houston Chronicle

Image 4 of 329 Rockets center Dwight Howard (12) and Portland Trail Blazers guard Damian Lillard (0) meet on the court after Lillard hit the game-winning shot. Rockets center Dwight Howard (12) and Portland Trail Blazers guard Damian Lillard (0) meet on the court after Lillard hit the game-winning shot. Photo: James Nielsen / Houston Chronicle

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Image 6 of 329 Trail Blazers guard Damian Lillard celebrates his game-winning shot over the Houston Rockets during the fourth quarter. Trail Blazers guard Damian Lillard celebrates his game-winning shot over the Houston Rockets during the fourth quarter. Photo: James Nielsen / Houston Chronicle

Image 7 of 329 Rockets center Dwight Howard covers his head with his shirt as he leaves the court. Rockets center Dwight Howard covers his head with his shirt as he leaves the court. Photo: James Nielsen / Houston Chronicle

Image 8 of 329 Rockets forward Chandler Parsons (25) runs the ball up court with Portland Trail Blazers center Robin Lopez (42) and forward Thomas Robinson (41) giving chase during the second quarter. Rockets forward Chandler Parsons (25) runs the ball up court with Portland Trail Blazers center Robin Lopez (42) and forward Thomas Robinson (41) giving chase during the second quarter. Photo: James Nielsen / Houston Chronicle

Image 9 of 329 Trail Blazers guard Damian Lillard (0) is defended by Houston Rockets center Dwight Howard (12) and guard Patrick Beverley (2) during the fourth quarter. Trail Blazers guard Damian Lillard (0) is defended by Houston Rockets center Dwight Howard (12) and guard Patrick Beverley (2) during the fourth quarter. Photo: Houston Chronicle

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Image 11 of 329 Trail Blazers forward Thomas Robinson (41) dunks on a break away past Houston Rockets guard Jeremy Lin (7) during the fourth quarter. Trail Blazers forward Thomas Robinson (41) dunks on a break away past Houston Rockets guard Jeremy Lin (7) during the fourth quarter. Photo: Houston Chronicle

Image 12 of 329 Rockets center Dwight Howard (12) shoots a free throw with Portland Trail Blazers guard Mo Williams (25) looking on during the second quarter. Rockets center Dwight Howard (12) shoots a free throw with Portland Trail Blazers guard Mo Williams (25) looking on during the second quarter. Photo: James Nielsen / Houston Chronicle

Image 13 of 329 Trail Blazers forward Nicolas Batum (88) looks for a could call against Houston Rockets center Dwight Howard (12) during the first quarter. Trail Blazers forward Nicolas Batum (88) looks for a could call against Houston Rockets center Dwight Howard (12) during the first quarter. Photo: James Nielsen / Houston Chronicle

Image 14 of 329 Trail Blazers forward Thomas Robinson (41) pulls down a rebound against Houston Rockets center Dwight Howard (12) during the second quarter. Trail Blazers forward Thomas Robinson (41) pulls down a rebound against Houston Rockets center Dwight Howard (12) during the second quarter. Photo: James Nielsen / Houston Chronicle

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Image 16 of 329 Rockets guard James Harden (13) shoots over Portland Trail Blazers guard Wesley Matthews (2) during the second quarter. Rockets guard James Harden (13) shoots over Portland Trail Blazers guard Wesley Matthews (2) during the second quarter. Photo: James Nielsen / Houston Chronicle

Image 17 of 329 Rockets guard James Harden (13) defends a drive to the basket by Portland Trail Blazers guard Wesley Matthews (2) during the second quarter. Rockets guard James Harden (13) defends a drive to the basket by Portland Trail Blazers guard Wesley Matthews (2) during the second quarter. Photo: James Nielsen / Houston Chronicle

Image 18 of 329 Rockets forward Chandler Parsons (25) takes a shot against the Portland Trail Blazers during the second quarter. Rockets forward Chandler Parsons (25) takes a shot against the Portland Trail Blazers during the second quarter. Photo: James Nielsen / Houston Chronicle

Image 19 of 329 Rockets guard Jeremy Lin (7) drives in against Portland Trail Blazers forward LaMarcus Aldridge (12) to the basket during the second quarter. Rockets guard Jeremy Lin (7) drives in against Portland Trail Blazers forward LaMarcus Aldridge (12) to the basket during the second quarter. Photo: James Nielsen / Houston Chronicle

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Image 21 of 329 Trail Blazers guard Wesley Matthews (2) takes a shot against Houston Rockets center Omer Asik (3) and guard Jeremy Lin (7) during the second quarter. Trail Blazers guard Wesley Matthews (2) takes a shot against Houston Rockets center Omer Asik (3) and guard Jeremy Lin (7) during the second quarter. Photo: James Nielsen / Houston Chronicle

Image 22 of 329 Rockets forward Chandler Parsons (25) leaps past Portland Trail Blazers guard Damian Lillard (0) for a layup during the second quarter. Rockets forward Chandler Parsons (25) leaps past Portland Trail Blazers guard Damian Lillard (0) for a layup during the second quarter. Photo: James Nielsen / Houston Chronicle

Image 23 of 329 Rockets guard James Harden (13) shoots over Portland Trail Blazers guard Wesley Matthews (2), with center Robin Lopez defending during the third quarter. Rockets guard James Harden (13) shoots over Portland Trail Blazers guard Wesley Matthews (2), with center Robin Lopez defending during the third quarter. Photo: James Nielsen / Houston Chronicle

Image 24 of 329 Rockets center Dwight Howard (12) shoots over Portland Trail Blazers center Robin Lopez (42) during the third quarter. Rockets center Dwight Howard (12) shoots over Portland Trail Blazers center Robin Lopez (42) during the third quarter. Photo: James Nielsen / Houston Chronicle

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Image 26 of 329 Rockets guard Patrick Beverley (2) pulls down a rebound from Portland Trail Blazers center Robin Lopez (42) during the third quarter. Rockets guard Patrick Beverley (2) pulls down a rebound from Portland Trail Blazers center Robin Lopez (42) during the third quarter. Photo: James Nielsen / Houston Chronicle

Image 27 of 329 Trail Blazers center Robin Lopez (42) dunks over Houston Rockets center Omer Asik (3) during the third quarter. Trail Blazers center Robin Lopez (42) dunks over Houston Rockets center Omer Asik (3) during the third quarter. Photo: James Nielsen / Houston Chronicle

Image 28 of 329 Rockets center Omer Asik (3) argues a call with referee Bill Kennedy (55) during the third quarter. Rockets center Omer Asik (3) argues a call with referee Bill Kennedy (55) during the third quarter. Photo: James Nielsen / Houston Chronicle

Image 29 of 329 Rockets guard James Harden (13) is helped off the floor by center Dwight Howard (12) and guard Patrick Beverley (2) during the third quarter. Rockets guard James Harden (13) is helped off the floor by center Dwight Howard (12) and guard Patrick Beverley (2) during the third quarter. Photo: James Nielsen / Houston Chronicle

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Image 31 of 329 Rockets center Dwight Howard, center, looks up at the scoreboard as he sits on the bench during the third quarter. Rockets center Dwight Howard, center, looks up at the scoreboard as he sits on the bench during the third quarter. Photo: James Nielsen / Houston Chronicle

Image 32 of 329 Rockets center Dwight Howard, bottom, wraps up a rebound against Portland Trail Blazers center Robin Lopez during the third quarter. Rockets center Dwight Howard, bottom, wraps up a rebound against Portland Trail Blazers center Robin Lopez during the third quarter. Photo: James Nielsen / Houston Chronicle

Image 33 of 329 Trail Blazers forward LaMarcus Aldridge (12), Houston Rockets center Dwight Howard, center, and Portland Trail Blazers center Robin Lopez (42) go after a loose ball. Trail Blazers forward LaMarcus Aldridge (12), Houston Rockets center Dwight Howard, center, and Portland Trail Blazers center Robin Lopez (42) go after a loose ball. Photo: James Nielsen / Houston Chronicle

Image 34 of 329 Trail Blazers forward LaMarcus Aldridge (12), Houston Rockets center Dwight Howard, center, and Portland Trail Blazers center Robin Lopez (42) go after a loose ball. Trail Blazers forward LaMarcus Aldridge (12), Houston Rockets center Dwight Howard, center, and Portland Trail Blazers center Robin Lopez (42) go after a loose ball. Photo: James Nielsen / Houston Chronicle

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Image 36 of 329 Rockets guard Jeremy Lin (7) passes around Portland Trail Blazers forward Thomas Robinson (41) during the first quarter. Rockets guard Jeremy Lin (7) passes around Portland Trail Blazers forward Thomas Robinson (41) during the first quarter. Photo: James Nielsen / Houston Chronicle

Image 37 of 329 Rockets guard Jeremy Lin (7) defends a shot by Portland Trail Blazers guard Damian Lillard (0) during the first quarter. Rockets guard Jeremy Lin (7) defends a shot by Portland Trail Blazers guard Damian Lillard (0) during the first quarter. Photo: James Nielsen / Houston Chronicle

Image 38 of 329 Rockets guard James Harden (13) takes a shot with Portland Trail Blazers forward Nicolas Batum (88) defending during the first quarter. Rockets guard James Harden (13) takes a shot with Portland Trail Blazers forward Nicolas Batum (88) defending during the first quarter. Photo: James Nielsen / Houston Chronicle

Image 39 of 329 Rockets center Dwight Howard (12) makes a pass through Portland Trail Blazers forward LaMarcus Aldridge (12), center Robin Lopez (42) and forward Nicolas Batum (88) during the first quarter. Rockets center Dwight Howard (12) makes a pass through Portland Trail Blazers forward LaMarcus Aldridge (12), center Robin Lopez (42) and forward Nicolas Batum (88) during the first quarter. Photo: James Nielsen / Houston Chronicle

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Image 41 of 329 Rockets center Dwight Howard (12) shoots over Portland Trail Blazers center Robin Lopez (42) and forward LaMarcus Aldridge (12) during the first quarter. Rockets center Dwight Howard (12) shoots over Portland Trail Blazers center Robin Lopez (42) and forward LaMarcus Aldridge (12) during the first quarter. Photo: James Nielsen / Houston Chronicle

Image 42 of 329 Rockets center Dwight Howard (12) grabs a rebound away from Portland Trail Blazers forward Thomas Robinson (41) and forward LaMarcus Aldridge (12) during the first quarter. Rockets center Dwight Howard (12) grabs a rebound away from Portland Trail Blazers forward Thomas Robinson (41) and forward LaMarcus Aldridge (12) during the first quarter. Photo: James Nielsen / Houston Chronicle

Image 43 of 329 Rockets guard Jeremy Lin (7) shoots over Portland Trail Blazers guard Mo Williams during the first quarter. Rockets guard Jeremy Lin (7) shoots over Portland Trail Blazers guard Mo Williams during the first quarter. Photo: James Nielsen / Houston Chronicle

Image 44 of 329 Trail Blazers guard Wesley Matthews (2) and Portland Trail Blazers guard Damian Lillard (0) high five during the first quarter. Trail Blazers guard Wesley Matthews (2) and Portland Trail Blazers guard Damian Lillard (0) high five during the first quarter. Photo: James Nielsen / Houston Chronicle

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Image 46 of 329 Trail Blazers forward Thomas Robinson (41) and Houston Rockets forward Terrence Jones (6) go after a loose ball during the second quarter. Trail Blazers forward Thomas Robinson (41) and Houston Rockets forward Terrence Jones (6) go after a loose ball during the second quarter. Photo: James Nielsen / Houston Chronicle

Image 47 of 329 Rockets forward Chandler Parsons (25) shoots over Portland Trail Blazers center Robin Lopez (42) during the second quarter. Rockets forward Chandler Parsons (25) shoots over Portland Trail Blazers center Robin Lopez (42) during the second quarter. Photo: James Nielsen / Houston Chronicle

Image 48 of 329 Rockets forward Chandler Parsons (25) gives a thumbs up as he walks past Portland Trail Blazers forward Nicolas Batum (88) during the second quarter. Rockets forward Chandler Parsons (25) gives a thumbs up as he walks past Portland Trail Blazers forward Nicolas Batum (88) during the second quarter. Photo: James Nielsen / Houston Chronicle

Image 49 of 329 Rockets center Omer Asik (3) blocks a shot by Portland Trail Blazers center Robin Lopez (42) during the first quarter. Rockets center Omer Asik (3) blocks a shot by Portland Trail Blazers center Robin Lopez (42) during the first quarter. Photo: James Nielsen / Houston Chronicle

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Image 51 of 329 Trail Blazers guard Damian Lillard (0) and Rockets guard Patrick Beverley (2) go after a loose ball during the first quarter. Trail Blazers guard Damian Lillard (0) and Rockets guard Patrick Beverley (2) go after a loose ball during the first quarter. Photo: James Nielsen / Houston Chronicle

Image 52 of 329 Rockets guard James Harden takes a shot over Portland Trail Blazers center Robin Lopez during the first quarter. Rockets guard James Harden takes a shot over Portland Trail Blazers center Robin Lopez during the first quarter. Photo: James Nielsen / Houston Chronicle

Image 53 of 329 Rockets forward Chandler Parsons (25) walks past head coach Kevin McHale during the first quarter. Rockets forward Chandler Parsons (25) walks past head coach Kevin McHale during the first quarter. Photo: James Nielsen / Houston Chronicle

Image 54 of 329 Trail Blazers center Robin Lopez (42) grabs a rebound away from Rockets forward Chandler Parsons (25) and center Omer Asik (3) during the first quarter. Trail Blazers center Robin Lopez (42) grabs a rebound away from Rockets forward Chandler Parsons (25) and center Omer Asik (3) during the first quarter. Photo: James Nielsen / Houston Chronicle

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Image 56 of 329 Rockets guard James Harden, left, defends a drive by Portland Trail Blazers forward Nicolas Batum (88) during the first quarter. Rockets guard James Harden, left, defends a drive by Portland Trail Blazers forward Nicolas Batum (88) during the first quarter. Photo: James Nielsen / Houston Chronicle

Image 57 of 329 Rockets center Dwight Howard (12) goes afar a rebound with Portland Trail Blazers forward Nicolas Batum (88) and center Robin Lopez (42) during the first quarter. Rockets center Dwight Howard (12) goes afar a rebound with Portland Trail Blazers forward Nicolas Batum (88) and center Robin Lopez (42) during the first quarter. Photo: James Nielsen / Houston Chronicle

Image 58 of 329 Rockets head coach Kevin McHale and assistant J.B. Bickerstaff call plays during Game 6. Rockets head coach Kevin McHale and assistant J.B. Bickerstaff call plays during Game 6. Photo: James Nielsen / Houston Chronicle

Image 59 of 329 Rockets center Omer Asik stretches before Game 6. Rockets center Omer Asik stretches before Game 6. Photo: James Nielsen / Houston Chronicle

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Image 61 of 329 Rockets center Omer Asik stretches before Game 6. Rockets center Omer Asik stretches before Game 6. Photo: James Nielsen / Houston Chronicle

Image 62 of 329 Trail Blazers fans honor former Blazers coach Dr. Jack Ramsay before Game 6. Trail Blazers fans honor former Blazers coach Dr. Jack Ramsay before Game 6. Photo: James Nielsen / Houston Chronicle

Image 63 of 329 Rockets center Dwight Howard is introduced before Game 6. Rockets center Dwight Howard is introduced before Game 6. Photo: James Nielsen / Houston Chronicle

Image 64 of 329 The Trail Blazers are introduced before Game 6. The Trail Blazers are introduced before Game 6. Photo: James Nielsen / Houston Chronicle

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Image 66 of 329 Trail Blazers fans honor former Blazers coach, the late Dr. Jack Ramsay, before Game 6. Trail Blazers fans honor former Blazers coach, the late Dr. Jack Ramsay, before Game 6. Photo: James Nielsen / Houston Chronicle

Image 67 of 329 <center><b>April 30 - Game 5: Rockets 108, Trail Blazers 98</b><br> (Portland leads series 3-2) Trail Blazers center Robin Lopez and Rockets center Omer Asik wait on a rebound. <center><b>April 30 - Game 5: Rockets 108, Trail Blazers 98</b><br> (Portland leads series 3-2) Trail Blazers center Robin Lopez and Rockets center Omer Asik wait on a rebound. Photo: James Nielsen / Houston Chronicle

Image 68 of 329 Rockets guard Jeremy Lin after hitting a 3-pointer. Rockets guard Jeremy Lin after hitting a 3-pointer. Photo: Brett Coomer / Houston Chronicle

Image 69 of 329 Rockets guard Jeremy Lin drives in for a layup. Rockets guard Jeremy Lin drives in for a layup. Photo: Brett Coomer / Houston Chronicle

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Image 71 of 329 Rockets guard Jeremy Lin and Trail Blazers guard Damian Lillard go after a loose ball. Rockets guard Jeremy Lin and Trail Blazers guard Damian Lillard go after a loose ball. Photo: Brett Coomer / Houston Chronicle

Image 72 of 329 Rockets forward Chandler Parsons goes up for a dunk. Rockets forward Chandler Parsons goes up for a dunk. Photo: Brett Coomer / Houston Chronicle

Image 73 of 329 Rockets forward Chandler Parsons dunks. Rockets forward Chandler Parsons dunks. Photo: Brett Coomer / Houston Chronicle

Image 74 of 329 Rockets forward Chandler Parsons reacts after hitting a 3-pointer. Rockets forward Chandler Parsons reacts after hitting a 3-pointer. Photo: Brett Coomer / Houston Chronicle

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Image 76 of 329 Trail Blazers forward LaMarcus Aldridge and Rockets center Omer Asik go after a loose ball. Trail Blazers forward LaMarcus Aldridge and Rockets center Omer Asik go after a loose ball. Photo: Brett Coomer / Houston Chronicle

Image 77 of 329 Rockets center Dwight Howard dunks. Rockets center Dwight Howard dunks. Photo: Brett Coomer / Houston Chronicle

Image 78 of 329 Trail Blazers guard Mo Williams beats out Rockets guard Troy Daniels to the basket. Trail Blazers guard Mo Williams beats out Rockets guard Troy Daniels to the basket. Photo: James Nielsen / Houston Chronicle

Image 79 of 329 Rockets center Omer Asik dunks against Trail Blazers forward Nicolas Batum. Rockets center Omer Asik dunks against Trail Blazers forward Nicolas Batum. Photo: Brett Coomer / Houston Chronicle

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Image 81 of 329 Rockets head coach Kevin McHale argues a call to referee David Jones. Rockets head coach Kevin McHale argues a call to referee David Jones. Photo: Brett Coomer / Houston Chronicle

Image 82 of 329 Rockets guard James Harden drives in for a shot against Trail Blazers guard Wesley Matthews. Rockets guard James Harden drives in for a shot against Trail Blazers guard Wesley Matthews. Photo: Brett Coomer / Houston Chronicle

Image 83 of 329 Rockets guard Patrick Beverley takes a drink of water during a break. Rockets guard Patrick Beverley takes a drink of water during a break. Photo: Brett Coomer / Houston Chronicle

Image 84 of 329 Rockets fans cheer during the second quarter. Rockets fans cheer during the second quarter. Photo: Brett Coomer / Houston Chronicle

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Image 86 of 329 Rockets head coach Kevin McHale makes a call. Rockets head coach Kevin McHale makes a call. Photo: Brett Coomer / Houston Chronicle

Image 87 of 329 Trail Blazers forward LaMarcus Aldridge watches his shot fall as Rockets center Dwight Howard looks on. Trail Blazers forward LaMarcus Aldridge watches his shot fall as Rockets center Dwight Howard looks on. Photo: James Nielsen / Houston Chronicle

Image 88 of 329 Rockets guard James Harden shoots over Trail Blazers forward Nicolas Batum. Rockets guard James Harden shoots over Trail Blazers forward Nicolas Batum. Photo: Brett Coomer / Houston Chronicle

Image 89 of 329 Trail Blazers center Robin Lopez blocks a shot by Rockets center Omer Asik. Trail Blazers center Robin Lopez blocks a shot by Rockets center Omer Asik. Photo: Brett Coomer / Houston Chronicle

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Image 91 of 329 Rockets guard Troy Daniels and Trail Blazers guard Wesley Matthews go to the floor after chasing a loose ball. Rockets guard Troy Daniels and Trail Blazers guard Wesley Matthews go to the floor after chasing a loose ball. Photo: Brett Coomer / Houston Chronicle

Image 92 of 329 Rockets guard Troy Daniels shoots over Trail Blazers forward Nicolas Batum. Rockets guard Troy Daniels shoots over Trail Blazers forward Nicolas Batum. Photo: Brett Coomer / Houston Chronicle

Image 93 of 329 Rockets center Dwight Howard dunks as Trail Blazers center Robin Lopez looks on. Rockets center Dwight Howard dunks as Trail Blazers center Robin Lopez looks on. Photo: James Nielsen / Houston Chronicle

Image 94 of 329 Rockets center Dwight Howard dunks as Trail Blazers guard Wesley Matthews and Trail Blazers center Robin Lopez look on. Rockets center Dwight Howard dunks as Trail Blazers guard Wesley Matthews and Trail Blazers center Robin Lopez look on. Photo: James Nielsen / Houston Chronicle

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Image 96 of 329 Rockets guard Jeremy Lin and Trail Blazers center Robin Lopez jump for a rebound. Rockets guard Jeremy Lin and Trail Blazers center Robin Lopez jump for a rebound. Photo: James Nielsen / Houston Chronicle

Image 97 of 329 Rockets forward Chandler Parsons reacts after scoring a basket. Rockets forward Chandler Parsons reacts after scoring a basket. Photo: James Nielsen / Houston Chronicle

Image 98 of 329 Rockets center Omer Asik dunks as Trail Blazers forward Nicolas Batum looks on. Rockets center Omer Asik dunks as Trail Blazers forward Nicolas Batum looks on. Photo: James Nielsen / Houston Chronicle

Image 99 of 329 Trail Blazers center Robin Lopez left, and Rockets center Dwight Howard battle for a rebound. Trail Blazers center Robin Lopez left, and Rockets center Dwight Howard battle for a rebound. Photo: James Nielsen / Houston Chronicle

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Image 101 of 329 Rockets forward Chandler Parsons left, and Rockets center Dwight Howard right, beat Trail Blazers center Robin Lopez to a rebound. Rockets forward Chandler Parsons left, and Rockets center Dwight Howard right, beat Trail Blazers center Robin Lopez to a rebound. Photo: James Nielsen / Houston Chronicle

Image 102 of 329 Rockets guard Jeremy Lin left, and Trail Blazers guard Wesley Matthews. Rockets guard Jeremy Lin left, and Trail Blazers guard Wesley Matthews. Photo: James Nielsen / Houston Chronicle

Image 103 of 329 Rockets guard Jeremy Lin left, and Trail Blazers guard Wesley Matthews. Rockets guard Jeremy Lin left, and Trail Blazers guard Wesley Matthews. Photo: James Nielsen / Houston Chronicle

Image 104 of 329 Trail Blazers guard Mo Williams right, shoots the ball as the Rockets center Omer Asik looks on. Trail Blazers guard Mo Williams right, shoots the ball as the Rockets center Omer Asik looks on. Photo: James Nielsen / Houston Chronicle

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Image 106 of 329 Rockets forward Chandler Parsons left, and Rockets guard Jeremy Lin right, double-team Trail Blazers guard Damian Lillard. Rockets forward Chandler Parsons left, and Rockets guard Jeremy Lin right, double-team Trail Blazers guard Damian Lillard. Photo: James Nielsen / Houston Chronicle

Image 107 of 329 Rockets center Dwight Howard gathers his teammates together in a pre-game huddle. Rockets center Dwight Howard gathers his teammates together in a pre-game huddle. Photo: Brett Coomer / Houston Chronicle

Image 108 of 329 Volunteers from Reagan High School place "Clutch City" t-shirts on the seats at Toyota Center before Game 5. Volunteers from Reagan High School place "Clutch City" t-shirts on the seats at Toyota Center before Game 5. Photo: Brett Coomer / Houston Chronicle

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Portland leads series: 3-1 Rockets center Dwight Howard shoots over Trail Blazers center Robin Lopez. less April 27 - Game 4: Blazers 123, Rockets 120 (OT)

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Image 111 of 329 Trail Blazers guard Damian Lillard reaches in to steal the ball from Rockets guard Jeremy Lin as Trail Blazers guard Mo Williams gives chase during the fourth quarter. Trail Blazers guard Damian Lillard reaches in to steal the ball from Rockets guard Jeremy Lin as Trail Blazers guard Mo Williams gives chase during the fourth quarter. Photo: James Nielsen / Houston Chronicle

Image 112 of 329 Rockets guard Jeremy Lin and Dwight Howard react to a turnover against the Trail Blazers during the fourth quarter. Rockets guard Jeremy Lin and Dwight Howard react to a turnover against the Trail Blazers during the fourth quarter. Photo: James Nielsen / Houston Chronicle

Image 113 of 329 Trail Blazers guard Wesley Matthews knocks the ball away from Rockets guard Patrick Beverley at the end of overtime of Game 4. Trail Blazers guard Wesley Matthews knocks the ball away from Rockets guard Patrick Beverley at the end of overtime of Game 4. Photo: James Nielsen / Houston Chronicle

Image 114 of 329 Trail Blazers guard Wesley Matthews knocks the ball away from Rockets guard Patrick Beverley at the end of overtime of Game 4. Trail Blazers guard Wesley Matthews knocks the ball away from Rockets guard Patrick Beverley at the end of overtime of Game 4. Photo: James Nielsen / Houston Chronicle

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Image 116 of 329 Trail Blazers guard Wesley Matthews picks up the ball after stealing it from Rockets guard Patrick Beverley during the overtime of Game 4. Trail Blazers guard Wesley Matthews picks up the ball after stealing it from Rockets guard Patrick Beverley during the overtime of Game 4. Photo: James Nielsen / Houston Chronicle

Image 117 of 329 Trail Blazers guard Wesley Matthews falls on a loose ball after knocking it away from Rockets guard Patrick Beverley during the overtime of Game 4. Trail Blazers guard Wesley Matthews falls on a loose ball after knocking it away from Rockets guard Patrick Beverley during the overtime of Game 4. Photo: James Nielsen / Houston Chronicle

Image 118 of 329 Trail Blazers forward Nicolas Batum shoots with over Rockets center Omer Asik. Trail Blazers forward Nicolas Batum shoots with over Rockets center Omer Asik. Photo: James Nielsen / Houston Chronicle

Image 119 of 329 Rockets guard Patrick Beverley takes a jump shot. Rockets guard Patrick Beverley takes a jump shot. Photo: James Nielsen / Houston Chronicle

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Image 121 of 329 Rockets center Dwight Howard shoots with Trail Blazers center Joel Freeland, center, and forward Dorell Wright, right, defending. Rockets center Dwight Howard shoots with Trail Blazers center Joel Freeland, center, and forward Dorell Wright, right, defending. Photo: James Nielsen / Houston Chronicle

Image 122 of 329 Rockets guard Troy Daniels takes a jump shot over Trail Blazers forward Nicolas Batum. Rockets guard Troy Daniels takes a jump shot over Trail Blazers forward Nicolas Batum. Photo: James Nielsen / Houston Chronicle

Image 123 of 329 Rockets center Dwight Howard goes to the basket. Rockets center Dwight Howard goes to the basket. Photo: James Nielsen / Houston Chronicle

Image 124 of 329 Rockets head coach Kevin McHale argues a call with referee Ken Mauer. Rockets head coach Kevin McHale argues a call with referee Ken Mauer. Photo: James Nielsen / Houston Chronicle

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Image 126 of 329 Trail Blazers forward LaMarcus Aldridge, left, shoots over Rockets center Dwight Howard. Trail Blazers forward LaMarcus Aldridge, left, shoots over Rockets center Dwight Howard. Photo: James Nielsen / Houston Chronicle

Image 127 of 329 Rockets center Dwight Howard, left, grabs a rebound. Rockets center Dwight Howard, left, grabs a rebound. Photo: James Nielsen / Houston Chronicle

Image 128 of 329 Rockets center Dwight Howard pulls down a rebound. Rockets center Dwight Howard pulls down a rebound. Photo: James Nielsen / Houston Chronicle

Image 129 of 329 Rockets guard Jeremy Lin drives past Trail Blazers forward LaMarcus Aldridge. Rockets guard Jeremy Lin drives past Trail Blazers forward LaMarcus Aldridge. Photo: James Nielsen / Houston Chronicle

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Image 131 of 329 Rockets center Dwight Howard looks to pass with Trail Blazers center Joel Freeland, left, and guard Wesley Matthews defending. Rockets center Dwight Howard looks to pass with Trail Blazers center Joel Freeland, left, and guard Wesley Matthews defending. Photo: James Nielsen / Houston Chronicle

Image 132 of 329 Rockets center Dwight Howard argues a call with referee Ken Mauer. Rockets center Dwight Howard argues a call with referee Ken Mauer. Photo: James Nielsen / Houston Chronicle

Image 133 of 329 Trail Blazers forward Dorell Wright defends a shot by Rockets guard Troy Daniels. Trail Blazers forward Dorell Wright defends a shot by Rockets guard Troy Daniels. Photo: James Nielsen / Houston Chronicle

Image 134 of 329 Trail Blazers forward Dorell Wright defends a shot by Rockets guard Troy Daniels. Trail Blazers forward Dorell Wright defends a shot by Rockets guard Troy Daniels. Photo: James Nielsen / Houston Chronicle

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Image 136 of 329 Trail Blazers forward Dorell Wright shoots over Rockets guard Troy Daniels and forward Terrence Jones . Trail Blazers forward Dorell Wright shoots over Rockets guard Troy Daniels and forward Terrence Jones . Photo: James Nielsen / Houston Chronicle

Image 137 of 329 Rockets forward Chandler Parsons shoots over Trail Blazers center Robin Lopez. Rockets forward Chandler Parsons shoots over Trail Blazers center Robin Lopez. Photo: James Nielsen / Houston Chronicle

Image 138 of 329 Rockets center Dwight Howard directs traffic after grabbing a redound. Rockets center Dwight Howard directs traffic after grabbing a redound. Photo: James Nielsen / Houston Chronicle

Image 139 of 329 Rockets guard Jeremy Lin drives in for a layup. Rockets guard Jeremy Lin drives in for a layup. Photo: James Nielsen / Houston Chronicle

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Image 141 of 329 Rockets forward Chandler Parsons runs past Trail Blazers guard Damian Lillard. Rockets forward Chandler Parsons runs past Trail Blazers guard Damian Lillard. Photo: James Nielsen / Houston Chronicle

Image 142 of 329 Rockets center Dwight Howard shoots against Trail Blazers center Joel Freeland. Rockets center Dwight Howard shoots against Trail Blazers center Joel Freeland. Photo: James Nielsen / Houston Chronicle

Image 143 of 329 Rockets head coach Kevin McHale makes a call during the second quarter of Game 4. Rockets head coach Kevin McHale makes a call during the second quarter of Game 4. Photo: James Nielsen / Houston Chronicle

Image 144 of 329 Rockets guard James Harden, left, grabs a rebound away from Trail Blazers center Robin Lopez, with Terrence Jones (6) and Chandler Parsons (25) in on the play. Rockets guard James Harden, left, grabs a rebound away from Trail Blazers center Robin Lopez, with Terrence Jones (6) and Chandler Parsons (25) in on the play. Photo: James Nielsen / Houston Chronicle

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Image 146 of 329 Trail Blazers head coach Terry Stotts calls out a play. Trail Blazers head coach Terry Stotts calls out a play. Photo: James Nielsen / Houston Chronicle

Image 147 of 329 The Portland Trail Blazers and Houston Rockets both wore black socks during Game 4 of the Western Conference Quarterfinals playoffs at the Moda Center Sunday, April 27, 2014, in Portland. During the TV broadcast TNT's Marty Snider reported that the socks were worn as a sign of solidarity with the Los Angeles Clippers. The Clippers wore black socks and armbands during their game Sunday afternoon as a statement against team owner Donald Sterling. ( James Nielsen / Houston Chronicle ) less The Portland Trail Blazers and Houston Rockets both wore black socks during Game 4 of the Western Conference Quarterfinals playoffs at the Moda Center Sunday, April 27, 2014, in Portland. During the TV ... more Photo: James Nielsen / Houston Chronicle

Image 148 of 329 Portland Trail Blazers forward LaMarcus Aldridge, left, goes up for a shot against Houston Rockets center Dwight Howard during the first half of Game 4 of the Western Conference Quarterfinals playoffs at the Moda Center Sunday, April 27, 2014, in Portland. ( James Nielsen / Houston Chronicle ) less Portland Trail Blazers forward LaMarcus Aldridge, left, goes up for a shot against Houston Rockets center Dwight Howard during the first half of Game 4 of the Western Conference Quarterfinals playoffs at the ... more Photo: James Nielsen / Houston Chronicle

Image 149 of 329 Houston Rockets center Dwight Howard, top, grabs a rebound away from Portland Trail Blazers forward LaMarcus Aldridge (12) and center Joel Freeland (19) during the first half of Game 4 of the Western Conference Quarterfinals playoffs at the Moda Center Sunday, April 27, 2014, in Portland. ( James Nielsen / Houston Chronicle ) less Houston Rockets center Dwight Howard, top, grabs a rebound away from Portland Trail Blazers forward LaMarcus Aldridge (12) and center Joel Freeland (19) during the first half of Game 4 of the Western ... more Photo: James Nielsen / Houston Chronicle

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Image 151 of 329 Houston Rockets center Dwight Howard, top, grabs a rebound away from Portland Trail Blazers forward LaMarcus Aldridge (12) and center Joel Freeland (19) during the first half of Game 4 of the Western Conference Quarterfinals playoffs at the Moda Center Sunday, April 27, 2014, in Portland. ( James Nielsen / Houston Chronicle ) less Houston Rockets center Dwight Howard, top, grabs a rebound away from Portland Trail Blazers forward LaMarcus Aldridge (12) and center Joel Freeland (19) during the first half of Game 4 of the Western ... more Photo: James Nielsen / Houston Chronicle

Image 152 of 329 The Portland Trail Blazers and Houston Rockets both wore black socks during Game 4 of the Western Conference Quarterfinals playoffs at the Moda Center Sunday, April 27, 2014, in Portland. During the TV broadcast TNT's Marty Snider reported that the socks were worn as a sign of solidarity with the Los Angeles Clippers. The Clippers wore black socks and armbands during their game Sunday afternoon as a statement against team owner Donald Sterling. ( James Nielsen / Houston Chronicle ) less The Portland Trail Blazers and Houston Rockets both wore black socks during Game 4 of the Western Conference Quarterfinals playoffs at the Moda Center Sunday, April 27, 2014, in Portland. During the TV ... more Photo: James Nielsen / Houston Chronicle

Image 153 of 329 Portland Trail Blazers center Robin Lopez (42) dunks against Houston Rockets forward Chandler Parsons (25) and guard Patrick Beverley (2) during the third quarter of Game 4 of the Western Conference Quarterfinals playoffs at the Moda Center Sunday, April 27, 2014, in Portland. ( James Nielsen / Houston Chronicle ) less Portland Trail Blazers center Robin Lopez (42) dunks against Houston Rockets forward Chandler Parsons (25) and guard Patrick Beverley (2) during the third quarter of Game 4 of the Western Conference ... more Photo: James Nielsen / Houston Chronicle

Image 154 of 329 Portland Trail Blazers forward LaMarcus Aldridge (12) shoots over Houston Rockets center Omer Asik (3) during the third quarter of Game 4 of the Western Conference Quarterfinals playoffs at the Moda Center Sunday, April 27, 2014, in Portland. ( James Nielsen / Houston Chronicle ) less Portland Trail Blazers forward LaMarcus Aldridge (12) shoots over Houston Rockets center Omer Asik (3) during the third quarter of Game 4 of the Western Conference Quarterfinals playoffs at the Moda Center ... more Photo: James Nielsen / Houston Chronicle

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Image 156 of 329 Houston Rockets center Omer Asik (3) and Portland Trail Blazers center Robin Lopez (42) go after a rebound during the first half of Game 4 of the Western Conference Quarterfinals playoffs at the Moda Center Sunday, April 27, 2014, in Portland. ( James Nielsen / Houston Chronicle ) less Houston Rockets center Omer Asik (3) and Portland Trail Blazers center Robin Lopez (42) go after a rebound during the first half of Game 4 of the Western Conference Quarterfinals playoffs at the Moda Center ... more Photo: James Nielsen / Houston Chronicle

Image 157 of 329 Portland Trail Blazers guard Mo Williams (25) and Houston Rockets forward Terrence Jones are separated by an official during the third quarter of Game 4 of the Western Conference Quarterfinals playoffs at the Moda Center Sunday, April 27, 2014, in Portland. ( James Nielsen / Houston Chronicle ) less Portland Trail Blazers guard Mo Williams (25) and Houston Rockets forward Terrence Jones are separated by an official during the third quarter of Game 4 of the Western Conference Quarterfinals playoffs at the ... more Photo: James Nielsen / Houston Chronicle

Image 158 of 329 Portland Trail Blazers center Robin Lopez, left, and Houston Rockets forward Terrence Jones (6) go after a loose ball during the fourth quarter of Game 4 of the Western Conference Quarterfinals playoffs at the Moda Center Sunday, April 27, 2014, in Portland. ( James Nielsen / Houston Chronicle ) less Portland Trail Blazers center Robin Lopez, left, and Houston Rockets forward Terrence Jones (6) go after a loose ball during the fourth quarter of Game 4 of the Western Conference Quarterfinals playoffs at the ... more Photo: James Nielsen / Houston Chronicle

Image 159 of 329 Houston Rockets guard James Harden (13) loses the handle on the ball while being defended by Portland Trail Blazers forward Dorell Wright, right, during the fourth quarter of Game 4 of the Western Conference Quarterfinals playoffs at the Moda Center Sunday, April 27, 2014, in Portland. ( James Nielsen / Houston Chronicle ) less Houston Rockets guard James Harden (13) loses the handle on the ball while being defended by Portland Trail Blazers forward Dorell Wright, right, during the fourth quarter of Game 4 of the Western Conference ... more Photo: James Nielsen / Houston Chronicle

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Image 161 of 329 Houston Rockets guard James Harden (13) loses the handle on the ball while being defended by Portland Trail Blazers forward Dorell Wright, right, during the fourth quarter of Game 4 of the Western Conference Quarterfinals playoffs at the Moda Center Sunday, April 27, 2014, in Portland. ( James Nielsen / Houston Chronicle ) less Houston Rockets guard James Harden (13) loses the handle on the ball while being defended by Portland Trail Blazers forward Dorell Wright, right, during the fourth quarter of Game 4 of the Western Conference ... more Photo: James Nielsen / Houston Chronicle

Image 162 of 329 Portland Trail Blazers guard Wesley Matthews defends James Harden. Portland Trail Blazers guard Wesley Matthews defends James Harden. Photo: James Nielsen / Houston Chronicle

Image 163 of 329 Rockets center Dwight Howard looks to pass over Portland Trail Blazers guard Damian Lillard center Robin Lopez. Rockets center Dwight Howard looks to pass over Portland Trail Blazers guard Damian Lillard center Robin Lopez. Photo: James Nielsen / Houston Chronicle

Image 164 of 329 Rockets stand on the court during player introduction before Game 4 of the Western Conference Quarterfinals against the Portland Trail Blazers. Rockets stand on the court during player introduction before Game 4 of the Western Conference Quarterfinals against the Portland Trail Blazers. Photo: James Nielsen / Houston Chronicle

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Image 166 of 329 The Rockets stand in line before the first quarter of Game 4 of the Western Conference Quarterfinals against the Portland Trail Blazers. The Rockets stand in line before the first quarter of Game 4 of the Western Conference Quarterfinals against the Portland Trail Blazers. Photo: James Nielsen / Houston Chronicle

Image 167 of 329 A Portland Trail Blazers fan holds up a sign making fun of Rockets center Dwight Howard before Game 4 of the Western Conference Quarterfinals. A Portland Trail Blazers fan holds up a sign making fun of Rockets center Dwight Howard before Game 4 of the Western Conference Quarterfinals. Photo: James Nielsen / Houston Chronicle

Image 168 of 329 April 25 - Game 3: Rockets 121, Blazers 116 (OT)

Portland leads series: 2-1 Houston Rockets guard Troy Daniels celebrates with teammates after hitting the game-winning shot during overtime of Game 3. less April 25 - Game 3: Rockets 121, Blazers 116 (OT)

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Image 169 of 329 Rockets guard Troy Daniels shoots over Portland forward Dorell Wright during the second half of Game 3. Rockets guard Troy Daniels shoots over Portland forward Dorell Wright during the second half of Game 3. Photo: James Nielsen / Houston Chronicle

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Image 171 of 329 Rockets guard Jeremy Lin is hit by Portland forward LaMarcus Aldridge during the second half. Rockets guard Jeremy Lin is hit by Portland forward LaMarcus Aldridge during the second half. Photo: James Nielsen / Houston Chronicle

Image 172 of 329 Portland Trail Blazers guard Damian Lillard shoots over Houston Rockets guard James Harden during the second half. Portland Trail Blazers guard Damian Lillard shoots over Houston Rockets guard James Harden during the second half. Photo: James Nielsen / Houston Chronicle

Image 173 of 329 Portland center Robin Lopez and Rockets center Omer Asik fight for a rebound. Portland center Robin Lopez and Rockets center Omer Asik fight for a rebound. Photo: James Nielsen / Houston Chronicle

Image 174 of 329 Portland guard Wesley Matthews dives for a loose ball against Rockets forward Chandler Parsons, center Omer Asik and center Dwight Howard during the second half. Portland guard Wesley Matthews dives for a loose ball against Rockets forward Chandler Parsons, center Omer Asik and center Dwight Howard during the second half. Photo: James Nielsen / Houston Chronicle

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Image 176 of 329 Portland Trail Blazers guard Damian Lillard drives between Houston Rockets center Dwight Howard, forward Terrence Jones and guard Patrick Beverley. Portland Trail Blazers guard Damian Lillard drives between Houston Rockets center Dwight Howard, forward Terrence Jones and guard Patrick Beverley. Photo: James Nielsen / Houston Chronicle

Image 177 of 329 Rockets center Dwight Howard walks back onto the court following a timeout during the second half. Rockets center Dwight Howard walks back onto the court following a timeout during the second half. Photo: James Nielsen / Houston Chronicle

Image 178 of 329 Houston Rockets guard James Harden celebrates after scoring during the second half. Houston Rockets guard James Harden celebrates after scoring during the second half. Photo: James Nielsen / Houston Chronicle

Image 179 of 329 Rockets guard James Harden shoots over Trail Blazers forward Nicolas Batum . Rockets guard James Harden shoots over Trail Blazers forward Nicolas Batum . Photo: James Nielsen / Houston Chronicle

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Image 181 of 329 Houston Rockets guard James Harden shoots a free-throw during the second half. Houston Rockets guard James Harden shoots a free-throw during the second half. Photo: James Nielsen / Houston Chronicle

Image 182 of 329 Rockets guard James Harden reacts after a basket. Rockets guard James Harden reacts after a basket. Photo: James Nielsen / Houston Chronicle

Image 183 of 329 Trail Blazers forward LaMarcus Aldridge shows frustration during the second half. Trail Blazers forward LaMarcus Aldridge shows frustration during the second half. Photo: James Nielsen / Houston Chronicle

Image 184 of 329 Rockets center Dwight Howard fights for a rebound during the second half. Rockets center Dwight Howard fights for a rebound during the second half. Photo: James Nielsen / Houston Chronicle

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Image 186 of 329 Portland owner Paul Allen, standing with ball cap, watches during the second half. Portland owner Paul Allen, standing with ball cap, watches during the second half. Photo: James Nielsen / Houston Chronicle

Image 187 of 329 Rockets guard Troy Daniels has the ball knocked away by Portland forward Dorell Wright. Rockets guard Troy Daniels has the ball knocked away by Portland forward Dorell Wright. Photo: James Nielsen / Houston Chronicle

Image 188 of 329 Rockets center Dwight Howard reaches for a rebound against Trail Blazers forward LaMarcus Aldridge and guard Mo Williams. Rockets center Dwight Howard reaches for a rebound against Trail Blazers forward LaMarcus Aldridge and guard Mo Williams. Photo: James Nielsen / Houston Chronicle

Image 189 of 329 Houston Rockets center Omer Asik looks for a rebound against Portland Trail Blazers forward LaMarcus Aldridge and center Robin Lopez . Houston Rockets center Omer Asik looks for a rebound against Portland Trail Blazers forward LaMarcus Aldridge and center Robin Lopez . Photo: James Nielsen / Houston Chronicle

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Image 191 of 329 Rockets center Dwight Howard defends against Trail Blazers forward Nicolas Batum. Rockets center Dwight Howard defends against Trail Blazers forward Nicolas Batum. Photo: James Nielsen / Houston Chronicle

Image 192 of 329 Rockets center Omer Asik dunks over Portland center Joel Freeland. Rockets center Omer Asik dunks over Portland center Joel Freeland. Photo: James Nielsen / Houston Chronicle

Image 193 of 329 Rockets guard James Harden drives on Portland center Joel Freeland. Rockets guard James Harden drives on Portland center Joel Freeland. Photo: James Nielsen / Houston Chronicle

Image 194 of 329 Houston's Omer Asik defends against Portland's Dorell Wright during the first half of Game 3. Houston's Omer Asik defends against Portland's Dorell Wright during the first half of Game 3. Photo: James Nielsen / Houston Chronicle

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Image 196 of 329 Rockets center Dwight Howard dunks past Portland center Robin Lopez. Rockets center Dwight Howard dunks past Portland center Robin Lopez. Photo: James Nielsen / Houston Chronicle

Image 197 of 329 Houston coach Kevin McHale argues with a referee during the first half. Houston coach Kevin McHale argues with a referee during the first half. Photo: James Nielsen / Houston Chronicle

Image 198 of 329 Houston's Jeremy Lin tries to save the ball against Portland's Mo Williams. Houston's Jeremy Lin tries to save the ball against Portland's Mo Williams. Photo: James Nielsen / Houston Chronicle

Image 199 of 329 Portland's LaMarcus Aldridge shoots over Houston's Dwight Howard during the first half of Game 3. Portland's LaMarcus Aldridge shoots over Houston's Dwight Howard during the first half of Game 3. Photo: James Nielsen / Houston Chronicle

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Image 201 of 329 Houston's Patrick Beverley drives to the basket as Portland's Robin Lopez defends. Houston's Patrick Beverley drives to the basket as Portland's Robin Lopez defends. Photo: James Nielsen / Houston Chronicle

Image 202 of 329 Dwight Howard and Patrick Beverley walk off the court for a timeout during the first half of Game 3. Dwight Howard and Patrick Beverley walk off the court for a timeout during the first half of Game 3. Photo: James Nielsen / Houston Chronicle

Image 203 of 329 Houston's Chandler Parsons drives against Portland's Damian Lillard during the first half of Game 3. Houston's Chandler Parsons drives against Portland's Damian Lillard during the first half of Game 3. Photo: James Nielsen / Houston Chronicle

Image 204 of 329 Houston's James Harden's shot is blocked by Portland's Thomas Robinson during the first half of Game 3. Houston's James Harden's shot is blocked by Portland's Thomas Robinson during the first half of Game 3. Photo: James Nielsen / Houston Chronicle

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Image 206 of 329 Houston's Dwight Howard and Patrick Beverley sit on the bench during the first half. Houston's Dwight Howard and Patrick Beverley sit on the bench during the first half. Photo: James Nielsen / Houston Chronicle

Image 207 of 329 Houston's Dwight Howard drives past Portland's Robin Lopez during the first half of Game 3. Houston's Dwight Howard drives past Portland's Robin Lopez during the first half of Game 3. Photo: James Nielsen / Houston Chronicle

Image 208 of 329 Dwight Howard reacts to a call during the first half. Dwight Howard reacts to a call during the first half. Photo: James Nielsen / Houston Chronicle

Image 209 of 329 Houston's Dwight Howard drives against Portland's Robin Lopez during the first half of Game 3. Houston's Dwight Howard drives against Portland's Robin Lopez during the first half of Game 3. Photo: James Nielsen / Houston Chronicle

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Image 211 of 329 Houston's Dwight Howard stretches during the first half of Game 3. Houston's Dwight Howard stretches during the first half of Game 3. Photo: James Nielsen / Houston Chronicle

Image 212 of 329 Houston's Jeremy Lin waits to check into the game during the first half. Houston's Jeremy Lin waits to check into the game during the first half. Photo: James Nielsen / Houston Chronicle

Image 213 of 329 Houston coach Kevin McHale watches during the first quarter of Game 3. Houston coach Kevin McHale watches during the first quarter of Game 3. Photo: James Nielsen / Houston Chronicle

Image 214 of 329 The Blazers starting five huddle before the first half of Game 3. The Blazers starting five huddle before the first half of Game 3. Photo: James Nielsen / Houston Chronicle

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Image 216 of 329 Houston Rockets center Dwight Howard during warmups before Game 3. Houston Rockets center Dwight Howard during warmups before Game 3. Photo: James Nielsen / Houston Chronicle

Image 217 of 329 Houston's Chandler Parsons stretches before Game 3. Houston's Chandler Parsons stretches before Game 3. Photo: James Nielsen / Houston Chronicle

Image 218 of 329 Dwight Howard arrives before Game 3. Dwight Howard arrives before Game 3. Photo: James Nielsen / Houston Chronicle

Image 219 of 329 James Harden arrives before Game 3. James Harden arrives before Game 3. Photo: James Nielsen / Houston Chronicle

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Image 221 of 329 April 23 - Game 2: Blazers 112, Rockets 105

Portland leads series: 2-0 Rockets center Dwight Howard (12) looks up at the scoreboard as he sits on the bench. less April 23 - Game 2: Blazers 112, Rockets 105

Portland leads series: 2-0 Rockets center Dwight Howard (12) looks up at the scoreboard as he sits on the ... more Photo: Brett Coomer / Houston Chronicle

Image 222 of 329 Rockets guard James Harden beats out Trail Blazers guard Damian Lillard bottom to a loose ball. Rockets guard James Harden beats out Trail Blazers guard Damian Lillard bottom to a loose ball. Photo: James Nielsen / Houston Chronicle

Image 223 of 329 Rockets guard Patrick Beverley dives over Trail Blazers guard Damian Lillard while chasing a loose ball. Rockets guard Patrick Beverley dives over Trail Blazers guard Damian Lillard while chasing a loose ball. Photo: James Nielsen / Houston Chronicle

Image 224 of 329 Trail Blazers forward LaMarcus Aldridge and Rockets center Dwight Howard. Trail Blazers forward LaMarcus Aldridge and Rockets center Dwight Howard. Photo: James Nielsen / Houston Chronicle

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Image 226 of 329 Trail Blazers forward LaMarcus Aldridge and Rockets center Dwight Howard. Trail Blazers forward LaMarcus Aldridge and Rockets center Dwight Howard. Photo: James Nielsen / Houston Chronicle

Image 227 of 329 Rockets forward Chandler Parsons speaks with an official. Rockets forward Chandler Parsons speaks with an official. Photo: James Nielsen / Houston Chronicle

Image 228 of 329 Rockets center Dwight Howard center falls to the floor after being fouled by Trail Blazers center Robin Lopez. Rockets center Dwight Howard center falls to the floor after being fouled by Trail Blazers center Robin Lopez. Photo: James Nielsen / Houston Chronicle

Image 229 of 329 Trail Blazers center Robin Lopez fouls Rockets center Dwight Howard. Trail Blazers center Robin Lopez fouls Rockets center Dwight Howard. Photo: James Nielsen / Houston Chronicle

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Image 231 of 329 Rockets center Dwight Howard is fouled by Trail Blazers center Robin Lopez. Rockets center Dwight Howard is fouled by Trail Blazers center Robin Lopez. Photo: James Nielsen / Houston Chronicle

Image 232 of 329 Rockets guard James Harden. Rockets guard James Harden. Photo: James Nielsen / Houston Chronicle

Image 233 of 329 Rockets guard James Harden tries a shot on Trail Blazers guard Wesley Matthews. Rockets guard James Harden tries a shot on Trail Blazers guard Wesley Matthews. Photo: James Nielsen / Houston Chronicle

Image 234 of 329 Houston Rockets forward Terrence Jones, left, and center Dwight Howard sit on the bench during the fourth quarter of Game 2 of the NBA Western Conference Quarterfinals at Toyota Center Wednesday, April 23, 2014, in Houston. ( Brett Coomer / Houston Chronicle ) less Houston Rockets forward Terrence Jones, left, and center Dwight Howard sit on the bench during the fourth quarter of Game 2 of the NBA Western Conference Quarterfinals at Toyota Center Wednesday, April 23, ... more Photo: Brett Coomer / Houston Chronicle

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Image 236 of 329 Rockets guard Jeremy Lin, left, fouls Trail Blazers guard Damian Lillard. Rockets guard Jeremy Lin, left, fouls Trail Blazers guard Damian Lillard. Photo: Brett Coomer / Houston Chronicle

Image 237 of 329 Trail Blazers forward LaMarcus Aldridge (12) shoots over Rockets center Omer Asik. Trail Blazers forward LaMarcus Aldridge (12) shoots over Rockets center Omer Asik. Photo: Brett Coomer / Houston Chronicle

Image 238 of 329 Trail Blazers guard Damian Lillard (0) drives to the basket and is fouled by Rockets guard Patrick Beverley. Trail Blazers guard Damian Lillard (0) drives to the basket and is fouled by Rockets guard Patrick Beverley. Photo: Brett Coomer / Houston Chronicle

Image 239 of 329 Rockets guard Patrick Beverley (2) and Rockets center Dwight Howard (12) walk off the court during a time out. Rockets guard Patrick Beverley (2) and Rockets center Dwight Howard (12) walk off the court during a time out. Photo: Brett Coomer / Houston Chronicle

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Image 241 of 329 Rockets guard Patrick Beverley (2) fouls Trail Blazers guard Damian Lillard. Rockets guard Patrick Beverley (2) fouls Trail Blazers guard Damian Lillard. Photo: Brett Coomer / Houston Chronicle

Image 242 of 329 Trail Blazers guard Wesley Matthews (2) stands over Rockets guard James Harden (13) as Harden is knocked to the floor. Trail Blazers guard Wesley Matthews (2) stands over Rockets guard James Harden (13) as Harden is knocked to the floor. Photo: Brett Coomer / Houston Chronicle

Image 243 of 329 Rockets guard Jeremy Lin (7) is fouled by Trail Blazers center Robin Lopez (42) as he drives to the basket. Rockets guard Jeremy Lin (7) is fouled by Trail Blazers center Robin Lopez (42) as he drives to the basket. Photo: Brett Coomer / Houston Chronicle

Image 244 of 329 Trail Blazers center Joel Freeland (19) and Rockets forward Chandler Parsons (25) fight for a rebound. Trail Blazers center Joel Freeland (19) and Rockets forward Chandler Parsons (25) fight for a rebound. Photo: Brett Coomer / Houston Chronicle

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Image 246 of 329 Rockets forward Chandler Parsons (25) is picked up off the floor by Rockets head coach Kevin McHale, left, and assistant J.B. Bickderstaff. Rockets forward Chandler Parsons (25) is picked up off the floor by Rockets head coach Kevin McHale, left, and assistant J.B. Bickderstaff. Photo: Brett Coomer / Houston Chronicle

Image 247 of 329 Rockets forward Chandler Parsons (25) shoots with Trail Blazers center Robin Lopez (42) defending. Rockets forward Chandler Parsons (25) shoots with Trail Blazers center Robin Lopez (42) defending. Photo: Brett Coomer / Houston Chronicle

Image 248 of 329 Rockets center Dwight Howard watches his free throw drop. Rockets center Dwight Howard watches his free throw drop. Photo: James Nielsen / Houston Chronicle

Image 249 of 329 Rockets guard James Harden left, and Trail Blazers guard Wesley Matthews tangle. Rockets guard James Harden left, and Trail Blazers guard Wesley Matthews tangle. Photo: James Nielsen / Houston Chronicle

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Image 251 of 329 Rockets guard James Harden left, and Trail Blazers guard Wesley Matthews tangle. Rockets guard James Harden left, and Trail Blazers guard Wesley Matthews tangle. Photo: James Nielsen / Houston Chronicle

Image 252 of 329 Rockets guard Patrick Beverley beats out Trail Blazers guard Mo Williams to a loose ball. Rockets guard Patrick Beverley beats out Trail Blazers guard Mo Williams to a loose ball. Photo: James Nielsen / Houston Chronicle

Image 253 of 329 Houston Rockets center Dwight Howard, right, goes up over Portland Trail Blazers center Robin Lopez for a dunk during the first half of Game 2 of the NBA Western Conference Quarterfinals at Toyota Center Wednesday, April 23, 2014, in Houston. ( Brett Coomer / Houston Chronicle ) less Houston Rockets center Dwight Howard, right, goes up over Portland Trail Blazers center Robin Lopez for a dunk during the first half of Game 2 of the NBA Western Conference Quarterfinals at Toyota Center ... more Photo: Brett Coomer / Houston Chronicle

Image 254 of 329 Houston Rockets center Dwight Howard top, beat out Portland Trail Blazers forward Thomas Robinson bottom, to a rebound during the first half of game two of the Western Conference Quarterfinals playoffs at the Toyota Center Wednesday, April 23, 2014, in Houston. ( James Nielsen / Houston Chronicle ) less Houston Rockets center Dwight Howard top, beat out Portland Trail Blazers forward Thomas Robinson bottom, to a rebound during the first half of game two of the Western Conference Quarterfinals playoffs at the ... more Photo: James Nielsen / Houston Chronicle

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Image 256 of 329 Houston Rockets center Dwight Howard left, Portland Trail Blazers forward Thomas Robinson center and Houston Rockets guard Jeremy Lin right, jump for a rebound during the first half of game two of the Western Conference Quarterfinals playoffs at the Toyota Center Wednesday, April 23, 2014, in Houston. ( James Nielsen / Houston Chronicle ) less Houston Rockets center Dwight Howard left, Portland Trail Blazers forward Thomas Robinson center and Houston Rockets guard Jeremy Lin right, jump for a rebound during the first half of game two of the Western ... more Photo: James Nielsen / Houston Chronicle

Image 257 of 329 during the first half of game two of the Western Conference Quarterfinals playoffs at the Toyota Center Wednesday, April 23, 2014, in Houston. ( James Nielsen / Houston Chronicle ) during the first half of game two of the Western Conference Quarterfinals playoffs at the Toyota Center Wednesday, April 23, 2014, in Houston. ( James Nielsen / Houston Chronicle ) Photo: James Nielsen / Houston Chronicle

Image 258 of 329 Trail Blazers forward Thomas Robinson left, and Rockets center Omer Asik right, chase a loose ball. Trail Blazers forward Thomas Robinson left, and Rockets center Omer Asik right, chase a loose ball. Photo: James Nielsen / Houston Chronicle

Image 259 of 329 Houston Rockets center Dwight Howard right, beat Portland Trail Blazers forward Thomas Robinson to a rebound during the first half of game two of the Western Conference Quarterfinals playoffs at the Toyota Center Wednesday, April 23, 2014, in Houston. ( James Nielsen / Houston Chronicle ) less Houston Rockets center Dwight Howard right, beat Portland Trail Blazers forward Thomas Robinson to a rebound during the first half of game two of the Western Conference Quarterfinals playoffs at the Toyota ... more Photo: James Nielsen / Houston Chronicle

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Image 261 of 329 Rockets guard James Harden left, disputes a call. Rockets guard James Harden left, disputes a call. Photo: James Nielsen / Houston Chronicle

Image 262 of 329 Trail Blazers forward Thomas Robinson right, blocks a shot by Rockets guard James Harden . Trail Blazers forward Thomas Robinson right, blocks a shot by Rockets guard James Harden . Photo: James Nielsen / Houston Chronicle

Image 263 of 329 Rockets guard Patrick Beverley gestures after scoring a basket. Rockets guard Patrick Beverley gestures after scoring a basket. Photo: James Nielsen / Houston Chronicle

Image 264 of 329 Rockets center Dwight Howard stands on the sideline. Rockets center Dwight Howard stands on the sideline. Photo: James Nielsen / Houston Chronicle

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Image 266 of 329 Rockets center Dwight Howard 2nd from right, fouls Trail Blazers forward LaMarcus Aldridge. Rockets center Dwight Howard 2nd from right, fouls Trail Blazers forward LaMarcus Aldridge. Photo: James Nielsen / Houston Chronicle

Image 267 of 329 Houston Rockets center Dwight Howard (12) drives past Portland Trail Blazers center Robin Lopez for a layup during the first half of Game 2 of the NBA Western Conference Quarterfinals at Toyota Center Wednesday, April 23, 2014, in Houston. ( Brett Coomer / Houston Chronicle ) less Houston Rockets center Dwight Howard (12) drives past Portland Trail Blazers center Robin Lopez for a layup during the first half of Game 2 of the NBA Western Conference Quarterfinals at Toyota Center ... more Photo: Brett Coomer / Houston Chronicle

Image 268 of 329 Rockets center Dwight Howard left, dunks over Trail Blazers center Robin Lopez. Rockets center Dwight Howard left, dunks over Trail Blazers center Robin Lopez. Photo: James Nielsen / Houston Chronicle

Image 269 of 329 Rockets center Dwight Howard left, dunks over Trail Blazers center Robin Lopez. Rockets center Dwight Howard left, dunks over Trail Blazers center Robin Lopez. Photo: James Nielsen / Houston Chronicle

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Image 271 of 329 Houston Rockets center Dwight Howard (12) goes up over Portland Trail Blazers center Robin Lopez for a dunk during the first half of Game 2 of the NBA Western Conference Quarterfinals at Toyota Center Wednesday, April 23, 2014, in Houston. ( Brett Coomer / Houston Chronicle ) less Houston Rockets center Dwight Howard (12) goes up over Portland Trail Blazers center Robin Lopez for a dunk during the first half of Game 2 of the NBA Western Conference Quarterfinals at Toyota Center ... more Photo: Brett Coomer / Houston Chronicle

Image 272 of 329 Houston Rockets forward Terrence Jones (6) drives in for a layup past Portland Trail Blazers center Robin Lopez during the first half of Game 2 of the NBA Western Conference Quarterfinals at Toyota Center Wednesday, April 23, 2014, in Houston. ( Brett Coomer / Houston Chronicle ) less Houston Rockets forward Terrence Jones (6) drives in for a layup past Portland Trail Blazers center Robin Lopez during the first half of Game 2 of the NBA Western Conference Quarterfinals at Toyota Center ... more Photo: Brett Coomer / Houston Chronicle

Image 273 of 329 Rockets center Dwight Howard left, makes a basket. Rockets center Dwight Howard left, makes a basket. Photo: James Nielsen / Houston Chronicle

Image 274 of 329 Houston Rockets center Dwight Howard (12) goes up past Portland Trail Blazers center Robin Lopez (42) for a dunk during the first half of Game 2 of the NBA Western Conference Quarterfinals at Toyota Center Wednesday, April 23, 2014, in Houston. ( Brett Coomer / Houston Chronicle ) less Houston Rockets center Dwight Howard (12) goes up past Portland Trail Blazers center Robin Lopez (42) for a dunk during the first half of Game 2 of the NBA Western Conference Quarterfinals at Toyota Center ... more Photo: Brett Coomer / Houston Chronicle

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Image 276 of 329 Rockets center Dwight Howard top, makes a basket as Trail Blazers center Robin Lopez left, and forward LaMarcus Aldridge right, look on. Rockets center Dwight Howard top, makes a basket as Trail Blazers center Robin Lopez left, and forward LaMarcus Aldridge right, look on. Photo: James Nielsen / Houston Chronicle

Image 277 of 329 Houston Rockets Power Dancers cheer before Game 2 of the NBA Western Conference Quarterfinals against the Portland Trail Blazers at Toyota Center Wednesday, April 23, 2014, in Houston. ( Brett Coomer / Houston Chronicle ) less Houston Rockets Power Dancers cheer before Game 2 of the NBA Western Conference Quarterfinals against the Portland Trail Blazers at Toyota Center Wednesday, April 23, 2014, in Houston. ( Brett Coomer / Houston ... more Photo: Brett Coomer / Houston Chronicle

Image 278 of 329 Houston Rockets guard James Harden (13) reaches around Portland Trail Blazers guard Wesley Matthews (2) to knock the ball away during the first quarter of Game 2 of the NBA Western Conference Quarterfinals at Toyota Center Wednesday, April 23, 2014, in Houston. ( Brett Coomer / Houston Chronicle ) less Houston Rockets guard James Harden (13) reaches around Portland Trail Blazers guard Wesley Matthews (2) to knock the ball away during the first quarter of Game 2 of the NBA Western Conference Quarterfinals at ... more Photo: Brett Coomer / Houston Chronicle

Image 279 of 329 Houston Rockets guard James Harden is greeted by Rockets mascot Clutch before Game 2 of the NBA Western Conference Quarterfinals against the Portland Trail Blazers at Toyota Center Wednesday, April 23, 2014, in Houston. ( Brett Coomer / Houston Chronicle ) less Houston Rockets guard James Harden is greeted by Rockets mascot Clutch before Game 2 of the NBA Western Conference Quarterfinals against the Portland Trail Blazers at Toyota Center Wednesday, April 23, 2014, ... more Photo: Brett Coomer / Houston Chronicle

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Image 281 of 329 Houston Rockets forward Terrence Jones (6) grabs a rebound away from Portland Trail Blazers center Robin Lopez (42) during the second quarter of Game 2 of the NBA Western Conference Quarterfinals at Toyota Center Wednesday, April 23, 2014, in Houston. ( Brett Coomer / Houston Chronicle ) less Houston Rockets forward Terrence Jones (6) grabs a rebound away from Portland Trail Blazers center Robin Lopez (42) during the second quarter of Game 2 of the NBA Western Conference Quarterfinals at Toyota ... more Photo: Brett Coomer / Houston Chronicle

Image 282 of 329 Portland Trail Blazers guard Wesley Matthews (2) goes up for a shot against Portland Trail Blazers guard Damian Lillard (0) during the second quarter of Game 2 of the NBA Western Conference Quarterfinals at Toyota Center Wednesday, April 23, 2014, in Houston. ( Brett Coomer / Houston Chronicle ) less Portland Trail Blazers guard Wesley Matthews (2) goes up for a shot against Portland Trail Blazers guard Damian Lillard (0) during the second quarter of Game 2 of the NBA Western Conference Quarterfinals at ... more Photo: Brett Coomer / Houston Chronicle

Image 283 of 329 Houston Rockets head coach Kevin McHale argues a call to official Zach Zarba during the second quarter of Game 2 of the NBA Western Conference Quarterfinals at Toyota Center Wednesday, April 23, 2014, in Houston. ( Brett Coomer / Houston Chronicle ) less Houston Rockets head coach Kevin McHale argues a call to official Zach Zarba during the second quarter of Game 2 of the NBA Western Conference Quarterfinals at Toyota Center Wednesday, April 23, 2014, in ... more Photo: Brett Coomer / Houston Chronicle

Image 284 of 329 Houston Rockets center Dwight Howard (12) dunks over Portland Trail Blazers guard Wesley Matthews (2) during the second quarter of Game 2 of the NBA Western Conference Quarterfinals at Toyota Center Wednesday, April 23, 2014, in Houston. ( Brett Coomer / Houston Chronicle ) less Houston Rockets center Dwight Howard (12) dunks over Portland Trail Blazers guard Wesley Matthews (2) during the second quarter of Game 2 of the NBA Western Conference Quarterfinals at Toyota Center Wednesday, ... more Photo: Brett Coomer / Houston Chronicle

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Image 286 of 329 Portland Trail Blazers forward LaMarcus Aldridge (12) shoots over Houston Rockets center Omer Asik (3) during the second quarter of Game 2 of the NBA Western Conference Quarterfinals at Toyota Center Wednesday, April 23, 2014, in Houston. ( Brett Coomer / Houston Chronicle ) less Portland Trail Blazers forward LaMarcus Aldridge (12) shoots over Houston Rockets center Omer Asik (3) during the second quarter of Game 2 of the NBA Western Conference Quarterfinals at Toyota Center ... more Photo: Brett Coomer / Houston Chronicle

Image 287 of 329 Houston Rockets center Dwight Howard (12) shoots over Portland Trail Blazers center Robin Lopez (42) during the second quarter of Game 2 of the NBA Western Conference Quarterfinals at Toyota Center Wednesday, April 23, 2014, in Houston. ( Brett Coomer / Houston Chronicle ) less Houston Rockets center Dwight Howard (12) shoots over Portland Trail Blazers center Robin Lopez (42) during the second quarter of Game 2 of the NBA Western Conference Quarterfinals at Toyota Center Wednesday, ... more Photo: Brett Coomer / Houston Chronicle

Image 288 of 329 Houston Rockets center Dwight Howard (12) shoots over Portland Trail Blazers center Robin Lopez (42) during the second quarter of Game 2 of the NBA Western Conference Quarterfinals at Toyota Center Wednesday, April 23, 2014, in Houston. ( Brett Coomer / Houston Chronicle ) less Houston Rockets center Dwight Howard (12) shoots over Portland Trail Blazers center Robin Lopez (42) during the second quarter of Game 2 of the NBA Western Conference Quarterfinals at Toyota Center Wednesday, ... more Photo: Brett Coomer / Houston Chronicle

Image 289 of 329 Houston Rockets center Dwight Howard (12) drives past Portland Trail Blazers forward Thomas Robinson (41) during the first quarter of Game 2 of the NBA Western Conference Quarterfinals at Toyota Center Wednesday, April 23, 2014, in Houston. ( Brett Coomer / Houston Chronicle ) less Houston Rockets center Dwight Howard (12) drives past Portland Trail Blazers forward Thomas Robinson (41) during the first quarter of Game 2 of the NBA Western Conference Quarterfinals at Toyota Center ... more Photo: Brett Coomer / Houston Chronicle

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Image 291 of 329 Trail Blazers forward LaMarcus Aldridge left, and Rockets center Dwight Howard. Trail Blazers forward LaMarcus Aldridge left, and Rockets center Dwight Howard. Photo: James Nielsen / Houston Chronicle

Image 292 of 329 Rockets center Dwight Howard center, is fouled during overtime. Rockets center Dwight Howard center, is fouled during overtime. Photo: James Nielsen / Houston Chronicle

Image 293 of 329 Houston Rockets forward Terrence Jones, right, dunks against the Portland Trail Blazers during the first quarter of an NBA playoff basketball game at Toyota Center Sunday, April 20, 2014, in Houston. ( Brett Coomer / Houston Chronicle ) less Houston Rockets forward Terrence Jones, right, dunks against the Portland Trail Blazers during the first quarter of an NBA playoff basketball game at Toyota Center Sunday, April 20, 2014, in Houston. ( Brett ... more Photo: Brett Coomer / Houston Chronicle

Image 294 of 329 Houston Rockets center Dwight Howard (12) goes up for a shot against the Portland Trail Blazers during the first half of an NBA playoff basketball game at Toyota Center Sunday, April 20, 2014, in Houston. ( Brett Coomer / Houston Chronicle ) less Houston Rockets center Dwight Howard (12) goes up for a shot against the Portland Trail Blazers during the first half of an NBA playoff basketball game at Toyota Center Sunday, April 20, 2014, in Houston. ( ... more Photo: Brett Coomer / Houston Chronicle

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Image 296 of 329 Houston Rockets guard James Harden (13) shoots over Portland Trail Blazers guard Wesley Matthews (2) during the first quarter of an NBA playoff basketball game at Toyota Center Sunday, April 20, 2014, in Houston. ( Brett Coomer / Houston Chronicle ) less Houston Rockets guard James Harden (13) shoots over Portland Trail Blazers guard Wesley Matthews (2) during the first quarter of an NBA playoff basketball game at Toyota Center Sunday, April 20, 2014, in ... more Photo: Brett Coomer / Houston Chronicle

Image 297 of 329 Houston Rockets forward Chandler Parsons (25) drives to the basket past Portland Trail Blazers forward Nicolas Batum (88) during the first quarter of an NBA playoff basketball game at Toyota Center Sunday, April 20, 2014, in Houston. ( Brett Coomer / Houston Chronicle ) less Houston Rockets forward Chandler Parsons (25) drives to the basket past Portland Trail Blazers forward Nicolas Batum (88) during the first quarter of an NBA playoff basketball game at Toyota Center Sunday, ... more Photo: Brett Coomer / Houston Chronicle

Image 298 of 329 Houston Rockets guard Patrick Beverley (2) leaps to defend a pass by Portland Trail Blazers forward Thomas Robinson (41) during the first quarter of an NBA playoff basketball game at Toyota Center Sunday, April 20, 2014, in Houston. ( Brett Coomer / Houston Chronicle ) less Houston Rockets guard Patrick Beverley (2) leaps to defend a pass by Portland Trail Blazers forward Thomas Robinson (41) during the first quarter of an NBA playoff basketball game at Toyota Center Sunday, ... more Photo: Brett Coomer / Houston Chronicle

Image 299 of 329 Houston Rockets forward Chandler Parsons drives in fore a layup against the Portland Trail Blazers during the first quarter of an NBA playoff basketball game at Toyota Center Sunday, April 20, 2014, in Houston. ( Brett Coomer / Houston Chronicle ) less Houston Rockets forward Chandler Parsons drives in fore a layup against the Portland Trail Blazers during the first quarter of an NBA playoff basketball game at Toyota Center Sunday, April 20, 2014, in ... more Photo: Brett Coomer / Houston Chronicle

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Image 301 of 329 Houston Rockets forward Terrence Jones (6) shoots over Portland Trail Blazers center Robin Lopez (42) during the second quarter of an NBA playoff basketball game at Toyota Center Sunday, April 20, 2014, in Houston. ( Brett Coomer / Houston Chronicle ) less Houston Rockets forward Terrence Jones (6) shoots over Portland Trail Blazers center Robin Lopez (42) during the second quarter of an NBA playoff basketball game at Toyota Center Sunday, April 20, 2014, in ... more Photo: Brett Coomer / Houston Chronicle

Image 302 of 329 Houston Rockets guard Jeremy Lin (7) drives past Portland Trail Blazers guard Mo Williams (25) for a layup during the second quarter of an NBA playoff basketball game at Toyota Center Sunday, April 20, 2014, in Houston. ( Brett Coomer / Houston Chronicle ) less Houston Rockets guard Jeremy Lin (7) drives past Portland Trail Blazers guard Mo Williams (25) for a layup during the second quarter of an NBA playoff basketball game at Toyota Center Sunday, April 20, 2014, ... more Photo: Brett Coomer / Houston Chronicle

Image 303 of 329 Houston Rockets guard Jeremy Lin (7) throws the ball back inbounds with Portland Trail Blazers center Robin Lopez (42) defending during the second quarter of an NBA playoff basketball game at Toyota Center Sunday, April 20, 2014, in Houston. ( Brett Coomer / Houston Chronicle ) less Houston Rockets guard Jeremy Lin (7) throws the ball back inbounds with Portland Trail Blazers center Robin Lopez (42) defending during the second quarter of an NBA playoff basketball game at Toyota Center ... more Photo: Brett Coomer / Houston Chronicle

Image 304 of 329 Houston Rockets forward Chandler Parsons (25) defends against Portland Trail Blazers guard Damian Lillard (0) during the second quarter of an NBA playoff basketball game at Toyota Center Sunday, April 20, 2014, in Houston. ( Brett Coomer / Houston Chronicle ) less Houston Rockets forward Chandler Parsons (25) defends against Portland Trail Blazers guard Damian Lillard (0) during the second quarter of an NBA playoff basketball game at Toyota Center Sunday, April 20, ... more Photo: Brett Coomer / Houston Chronicle

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Image 306 of 329 Houston Rockets center Dwight Howard, right, reaches out to defend a shot by Portland Trail Blazers guard Damian Lillard during the second quarter of an NBA playoff basketball game at Toyota Center Sunday, April 20, 2014, in Houston. ( Brett Coomer / Houston Chronicle ) less Houston Rockets center Dwight Howard, right, reaches out to defend a shot by Portland Trail Blazers guard Damian Lillard during the second quarter of an NBA playoff basketball game at Toyota Center Sunday, ... more Photo: Brett Coomer / Houston Chronicle

Image 307 of 329 Houston Rockets center Dwight Howard (12) shoots over Portland Trail Blazers forward LaMarcus Aldridge (12) and orward Nicolas Batum (88) during the second quarter of an NBA playoff basketball game at Toyota Center Sunday, April 20, 2014, in Houston. ( Brett Coomer / Houston Chronicle ) less Houston Rockets center Dwight Howard (12) shoots over Portland Trail Blazers forward LaMarcus Aldridge (12) and orward Nicolas Batum (88) during the second quarter of an NBA playoff basketball game at Toyota ... more Photo: Brett Coomer / Houston Chronicle

Image 308 of 329 Houston Rockets center Omer Asik (3) defends a shot by Portland Trail Blazers forward LaMarcus Aldridge (12) during the first quarter of an NBA playoff basketball game at Toyota Center Sunday, April 20, 2014, in Houston. ( Brett Coomer / Houston Chronicle ) less Houston Rockets center Omer Asik (3) defends a shot by Portland Trail Blazers forward LaMarcus Aldridge (12) during the first quarter of an NBA playoff basketball game at Toyota Center Sunday, April 20, 2014, ... more Photo: Brett Coomer / Houston Chronicle

Image 309 of 329 Houston Rockets center Dwight Howard (12) pulls a rebound away from Portland Trail Blazers forward Thomas Robinson (41) during the first quarter of an NBA playoff basketball game at Toyota Center Sunday, April 20, 2014, in Houston. ( Brett Coomer / Houston Chronicle ) less Houston Rockets center Dwight Howard (12) pulls a rebound away from Portland Trail Blazers forward Thomas Robinson (41) during the first quarter of an NBA playoff basketball game at Toyota Center Sunday, April ... more Photo: Brett Coomer / Houston Chronicle

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Image 311 of 329 Portland Trail Blazers guard Wesley Matthews (2) and Houston Rockets forward Terrence Jones (6) go after a loose ball during the fourth quarter of an NBA playoff basketball game at Toyota Center Sunday, April 20, 2014, in Houston. ( Brett Coomer / Houston Chronicle ) less Portland Trail Blazers guard Wesley Matthews (2) and Houston Rockets forward Terrence Jones (6) go after a loose ball during the fourth quarter of an NBA playoff basketball game at Toyota Center Sunday, April ... more Photo: Brett Coomer / Houston Chronicle

Image 312 of 329 Portland Trail Blazers forward LaMarcus Aldridge (12) shoots over Houston Rockets forward Terrence Jones (6) during the second half of an NBA playoff basketball game at Toyota Center Sunday, April 20, 2014, in Houston. ( Brett Coomer / Houston Chronicle ) less Portland Trail Blazers forward LaMarcus Aldridge (12) shoots over Houston Rockets forward Terrence Jones (6) during the second half of an NBA playoff basketball game at Toyota Center Sunday, April 20, 2014, in ... more Photo: Brett Coomer / Houston Chronicle

Image 313 of 329 Houston Rockets center Dwight Howard (12) stands with forward Chandler Parsons (25) as he reacts after fouling out against the Portland Trail Blazers during overtime in an NBA playoff basketball game at Toyota Center Monday, April 21, 2014, in Houston. ( Brett Coomer / Houston Chronicle ) less Houston Rockets center Dwight Howard (12) stands with forward Chandler Parsons (25) as he reacts after fouling out against the Portland Trail Blazers during overtime in an NBA playoff basketball game at Toyota ... more Photo: Brett Coomer / Houston Chronicle

Image 314 of 329 Houston Rockets forward Chandler Parsons (25) walks off the floor after the Rockets lost to the Portland Trail Blazers in overtime in an NBA playoff basketball game at Toyota Center Monday, April 21, 2014, in Houston. ( Brett Coomer / Houston Chronicle ) less Houston Rockets forward Chandler Parsons (25) walks off the floor after the Rockets lost to the Portland Trail Blazers in overtime in an NBA playoff basketball game at Toyota Center Monday, April 21, 2014, in ... more Photo: Brett Coomer / Houston Chronicle

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Image 316 of 329 Houston Rockets guard Patrick Beverley sits alone on the bench during a time out in overtime in an NBA playoff basketball game against the Portland Trail Blazers at Toyota Center Monday, April 21, 2014, in Houston. ( Brett Coomer / Houston Chronicle ) less Houston Rockets guard Patrick Beverley sits alone on the bench during a time out in overtime in an NBA playoff basketball game against the Portland Trail Blazers at Toyota Center Monday, April 21, 2014, in ... more Photo: Brett Coomer / Houston Chronicle

Image 317 of 329 Houston Rockets guard Jeremy Lin (7) walks off the court after the Rockets loss to the Portland Trail Blazers in overtime in an NBA playoff basketball game at Toyota Center Monday, April 21, 2014, in Houston. ( Brett Coomer / Houston Chronicle ) less Houston Rockets guard Jeremy Lin (7) walks off the court after the Rockets loss to the Portland Trail Blazers in overtime in an NBA playoff basketball game at Toyota Center Monday, April 21, 2014, in Houston. ... more Photo: Brett Coomer / Houston Chronicle

Image 318 of 329 Rockets guard Jeremy Lin motions after scoring a 3-point shot. Rockets guard Jeremy Lin motions after scoring a 3-point shot. Photo: James Nielsen / Houston Chronicle

Image 319 of 329 Trail Blazers forward Thomas Robinson left, misses a slam dunk over Rockets center Omer Asik. Trail Blazers forward Thomas Robinson left, misses a slam dunk over Rockets center Omer Asik. Photo: James Nielsen / Houston Chronicle

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Image 321 of 329 Trail Blazers forward Thomas Robinson left, tangles with Rockets center Dwight Howard. Trail Blazers forward Thomas Robinson left, tangles with Rockets center Dwight Howard. Photo: James Nielsen / Houston Chronicle

Image 322 of 329 Trail Blazers forward Thomas Robinson left, misses a slam dunk over Rockets center Omer Asik. Trail Blazers forward Thomas Robinson left, misses a slam dunk over Rockets center Omer Asik. Photo: James Nielsen / Houston Chronicle

Image 323 of 329 Rockets center Dwight Howard right, discusses a call with NBA official Scott Foster. Rockets center Dwight Howard right, discusses a call with NBA official Scott Foster. Photo: James Nielsen / Houston Chronicle

Image 324 of 329 Trail Blazers guard Wesley Matthews left, and Rockets guard James Harden. Trail Blazers guard Wesley Matthews left, and Rockets guard James Harden. Photo: James Nielsen / Houston Chronicle

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Image 326 of 329 Rockets center Dwight Howard left, blocks a shot by Trail Blazers forward LaMarcus Aldridge. Rockets center Dwight Howard left, blocks a shot by Trail Blazers forward LaMarcus Aldridge. Photo: James Nielsen / Houston Chronicle

Image 327 of 329 Dwight Howard bottom, blocks a shot by LaMarcus Aldridge. Dwight Howard bottom, blocks a shot by LaMarcus Aldridge. Photo: James Nielsen / Houston Chronicle

Image 328 of 329 Rockets center Dwight Howard watches a shot fall in the basket. Rockets center Dwight Howard watches a shot fall in the basket. Photo: James Nielsen / Houston Chronicle