Sun Dec 5, 2004 · 7:00 PM
Phoenix SunsSuns
109
away
Chemistry
Steady
Portland Trail BlazersBlazers
117
home
Chemistry
Hot
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Phoenix SunsSuns | 30 | 29 | 25 | 25 | 109 |
| Portland Trail BlazersBlazers | 30 | 37 | 31 | 19 | 117 |
After Action Report
In Portland, the Trail Blazers held off the Suns 117-109. The Trail Blazers got every break — every loose ball, every bounce. The Trail Blazers came in with something to prove after a loss; the Suns carried the confidence of a hot streak right into this one. Early returns: the Trail Blazers per-player utilization choices fit the identity tonight.
What tipped it
- Trail Blazers · Bouncing Back A winning team just got tripped up — expect a response.
- Suns · Catching Fire Riding a 4+ game winning streak — confidence is high.
- Suns · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.