Tue Feb 1, 2005 · 8:30 PM
Portland Trail BlazersBlazers
108
away
Chemistry
Hot
Los Angeles LakersLakers
105
home
Chemistry
Steady
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | OT | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Portland Trail BlazersBlazers | 25 | 24 | 30 | 20 | 9 | 108 |
| Los Angeles LakersLakers | 24 | 30 | 21 | 24 | 6 | 105 |
After Action Report
The Trail Blazers snuck past the Lakers 108-105 in overtime. Execution down the stretch made the difference. The Trail Blazers ride keeps rolling — they're catching fire; Lakers' Rim Wreckers got loose for easy buckets in transition. The Trail Blazers bench chemistry carried them. Trail Blazers' rotation plan looked deliberate, and the right guys made the most of their roles.
What tipped it
- Lakers · Rim Wreckers A trio of high-flyers run, dunk, and tilt the pace.
- Lakers · Block Party Multiple shot-blockers turn the paint into a no-fly zone.
- Lakers · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.
- Trail Blazers · Catching Fire Riding a 4+ game winning streak — confidence is high.
- Trail Blazers · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.