Thu Dec 9, 2004 · 8:30 PM
Boston CelticsCeltics
109
away
Chemistry
Hot
Portland Trail BlazersBlazers
114
home
Chemistry
Tense
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Boston CelticsCeltics | 27 | 26 | 31 | 25 | 109 |
| Portland Trail BlazersBlazers | 28 | 30 | 27 | 29 | 114 |
After Action Report
The Trail Blazers snuck past the Celtics 114-109. The tempo dragged the Celtics into a rhythm they couldn't survive. Trail Blazers' Run-and-Gun identity dictated the tempo. Early returns: the Trail Blazers per-player utilization choices fit the identity tonight. Style points be damned.
What tipped it
- Celtics · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.