Tue Nov 9, 2004 · 8:30 PM
Portland Trail BlazersBlazers
120
away
Chemistry
Hot
New Jersey NetsNets
116
home
Chemistry
Cold
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Portland Trail BlazersBlazers | 25 | 26 | 31 | 38 | 120 |
| New Jersey NetsNets | 34 | 26 | 25 | 31 | 116 |
After Action Report
In New Jersey, the Trail Blazers squeaked past the Nets 120-116. The Nets had no answer for the variance gods tonight. The Trail Blazers owned the glass, generating extra possessions; Trail Blazers' balanced five covered every spot on the floor. The Trail Blazers bench chemistry carried them. Tonight's Nets utilization choices clashed with the team identity.
What tipped it
- Trail Blazers · Glass Eaters Crashing the boards generates extra possessions and second-chance buckets.
- Trail Blazers · Balanced Five A starting five that covers every position with even talent finds a synergy edge.
- Trail Blazers · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.