Thu Dec 9, 2004 · 8:30 PM
Boston CelticsCeltics
104
away
Chemistry
Elite
Portland Trail BlazersBlazers
105
home
Chemistry
Cold
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | OT | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Boston CelticsCeltics | 20 | 18 | 29 | 26 | 11 | 104 |
| Portland Trail BlazersBlazers | 23 | 31 | 23 | 16 | 12 | 105 |
After Action Report
In Portland, the Trail Blazers knocked off the Celtics 105-104 in overtime. The breakneck pace played right into Trail Blazers' hands. The Trail Blazers carried the swagger of a recent blowout into this one; the Trail Blazers pushed the pace until the other side broke. Tonight's Celtics utilization choices clashed with the team identity. On paper this one shouldn't have been close — basketball had other ideas.
What tipped it
- Trail Blazers · Statement Win Last time out, a 20+ point beating sent a message.
- Celtics · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.