Thu Mar 24, 2005 · 8:00 PM
Seattle SuperSonicsSonics
106
away
Chemistry
Hot
Portland Trail BlazersBlazers
96
home
Chemistry
Steady
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Seattle SuperSonicsSonics | 20 | 32 | 18 | 36 | 106 |
| Portland Trail BlazersBlazers | 23 | 29 | 23 | 21 | 96 |
After Action Report
In Portland, the SuperSonics downed the Trail Blazers 106-96. Execution down the stretch made the difference. SuperSonics' defenders refused to give up clean looks; the Trail Blazers answered the bell with a bounce-back effort. The SuperSonics bench chemistry carried them. SuperSonics' rotation plan looked deliberate, and the right guys made the most of their roles.
What tipped it
- Trail Blazers · Bouncing Back A winning team just got tripped up — expect a response.
- SuperSonics · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.