Sun Jan 2, 2005 · 7:00 PM
Portland Trail BlazersBlazers
81
away
Chemistry
Steady
Phoenix SunsSuns
119
home
Chemistry
Cold
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Portland Trail BlazersBlazers | 26 | 18 | 21 | 16 | 81 |
| Phoenix SunsSuns | 30 | 35 | 24 | 30 | 119 |
After Action Report
The Suns demolished the Trail Blazers 119-81. The Suns got every break — every loose ball, every bounce. Suns' veteran poise eliminated the costly mistakes; the Trail Blazers owned the glass, generating extra possessions. It was over by halftime.
What tipped it
- Trail Blazers · Glass Eaters Crashing the boards generates extra possessions and second-chance buckets.
- Trail Blazers · Bouncing Back A winning team just got tripped up — expect a response.