Sun Jan 2, 2005 · 7:00 PM
Portland Trail BlazersBlazers
103
away
Chemistry
Hot
Phoenix SunsSuns
96
home
Chemistry
Tense
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Portland Trail BlazersBlazers | 23 | 30 | 21 | 29 | 103 |
| Phoenix SunsSuns | 21 | 24 | 23 | 28 | 96 |
After Action Report
The Trail Blazers edged the Suns 103-96. Execution down the stretch made the difference. Fresh off a statement win, the Trail Blazers stayed locked in; Trail Blazers' Lockdown identity stifled the opposing offense. Trail Blazers' rotation plan looked deliberate, and the right guys made the most of their roles.
What tipped it
- Suns · Heartbreak A gutting last-second loss — revenge is on the menu.
- Trail Blazers · Statement Win Last time out, a 20+ point beating sent a message.