Fri Jan 7, 2005 · 8:00 PM
Miami HeatHeat
99
away
Chemistry
Tense
Portland Trail BlazersBlazers
116
home
Chemistry
Tense
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Miami HeatHeat | 22 | 27 | 27 | 23 | 99 |
| Portland Trail BlazersBlazers | 30 | 23 | 30 | 33 | 116 |
After Action Report
The Trail Blazers outlasted the Heat 116-99. Trail Blazers' offense had its way with the Heat. Trail Blazers' veteran poise eliminated the costly mistakes. Early returns: the Trail Blazers per-player utilization choices fit the identity tonight.
What tipped it
- Heat · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.