Thu Dec 9, 2004 · 8:30 PM
Boston CelticsCeltics
109
away
Chemistry
Hot
Portland Trail BlazersBlazers
118
home
Chemistry
Hot
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Boston CelticsCeltics | 24 | 25 | 26 | 34 | 109 |
| Portland Trail BlazersBlazers | 33 | 27 | 27 | 31 | 118 |
After Action Report
The Trail Blazers edged the Celtics 118-109. Trail Blazers torched the Celtics on the offensive end. Trail Blazers' positional balance gave them a synergy edge; the Trail Blazers carried the swagger of a recent blowout into this one. The Trail Blazers locker room is humming, and it showed.
What tipped it
- Trail Blazers · Balanced Five A starting five that covers every position with even talent finds a synergy edge.
- Trail Blazers · Statement Win Last time out, a 20+ point beating sent a message.
- Trail Blazers · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.
- Celtics · Statement Win Last time out, a 20+ point beating sent a message.