Wed Dec 15, 2004 · 8:00 PM
Portland Trail BlazersBlazers
120
away
Chemistry
Hot
Cleveland CavaliersCavs
121
home
Chemistry
Elite
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Portland Trail BlazersBlazers | 31 | 26 | 31 | 32 | 120 |
| Cleveland CavaliersCavs | 27 | 26 | 34 | 34 | 121 |
After Action Report
The Cavaliers survived the Trail Blazers 121-120. Cavaliers controlled the tempo from tip to buzzer. Cavaliers' Run-and-Gun identity dictated the tempo; Trail Blazers' positional balance gave them a synergy edge.
What tipped it
- Trail Blazers · Balanced Five A starting five that covers every position with even talent finds a synergy edge.
- Trail Blazers · Bouncing Back A winning team just got tripped up — expect a response.
- Trail Blazers · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.