Thu Dec 30, 2004 · 8:30 PM
San Antonio SpursSpurs
98
away
Chemistry
Tense
Portland Trail BlazersBlazers
120
home
Chemistry
Hot
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| San Antonio SpursSpurs | 20 | 27 | 28 | 23 | 98 |
| Portland Trail BlazersBlazers | 36 | 33 | 24 | 27 | 120 |
After Action Report
The Trail Blazers demolished the Spurs 120-98. Shots fell that probably shouldn't have, and the Trail Blazers cashed in. Trail Blazers' balanced five covered every spot on the floor; the Trail Blazers couldn't shake the cold spell. Garbage time started early.
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.
- Spurs · Glass Eaters Crashing the boards generates extra possessions and second-chance buckets.
- Spurs · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.