Mon Dec 27, 2004 · 8:00 PM
Philadelphia 76ers76ers
129
away
Chemistry
Hot
Portland Trail BlazersBlazers
117
home
Chemistry
Hot
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Philadelphia 76ers76ers | 30 | 33 | 29 | 37 | 129 |
| Portland Trail BlazersBlazers | 27 | 27 | 32 | 31 | 117 |
After Action Report
The 76ers downed the Trail Blazers 129-117. The tempo dragged the Trail Blazers into a rhythm they couldn't survive. The 76ers owned the glass, generating extra possessions; the 76ers played with the chip of a recent gutting loss. The 76ers bench chemistry carried them.
What tipped it
- Trail Blazers · Balanced Five A starting five that covers every position with even talent finds a synergy edge.
- Trail Blazers · Ice Cold On a 4+ game losing streak — shots aren't falling.
- 76ers · Glass Eaters Crashing the boards generates extra possessions and second-chance buckets.
- 76ers · Heartbreak A gutting last-second loss — revenge is on the menu.
- 76ers · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.