Thu Dec 9, 2004 · 8:30 PM
Boston CelticsCeltics
105
away
Chemistry
Tense
Portland Trail BlazersBlazers
118
home
Chemistry
Tense
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Boston CelticsCeltics | 20 | 32 | 26 | 27 | 105 |
| Portland Trail BlazersBlazers | 30 | 26 | 31 | 31 | 118 |
After Action Report
The Trail Blazers downed the Celtics 118-105. The Celtics had no answer for the variance gods tonight. The Trail Blazers carried the swagger of a recent blowout into this one; Trail Blazers' outside barrage was a constant threat. The Trail Blazers locker room is humming, and it showed. Trail Blazers' rotation plan looked deliberate, and the right guys made the most of their roles.
What tipped it
- Trail Blazers · Statement Win Last time out, a 20+ point beating sent a message.
- Trail Blazers · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.
- Celtics · Catching Fire Riding a 4+ game winning streak — confidence is high.
- Celtics · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.