Wed Nov 10, 2004 · 8:00 PM
Portland Trail BlazersBlazers
111
away
Chemistry
Hot
Boston CelticsCeltics
106
home
Chemistry
Hot
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Portland Trail BlazersBlazers | 31 | 28 | 24 | 28 | 111 |
| Boston CelticsCeltics | 26 | 22 | 33 | 25 | 106 |
After Action Report
The Trail Blazers survived the Celtics 111-106. Trail Blazers controlled the tempo from tip to buzzer. 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. Ugly, but it counts the same in the standings.
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 · Catching Fire Riding a 4+ game winning streak — confidence is high.
- Trail Blazers · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.