Sat Dec 18, 2004 · 8:30 PM
Portland Trail BlazersBlazers
134
away
Chemistry
Cold
Detroit PistonsPistons
114
home
Chemistry
Hot
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Portland Trail BlazersBlazers | 32 | 34 | 40 | 28 | 134 |
| Detroit PistonsPistons | 25 | 28 | 39 | 22 | 114 |
After Action Report
In a track meet, the Trail Blazers demolished the Pistons 134-114. The tempo dragged the Pistons into a rhythm they couldn't survive. The Trail Blazers couldn't shake the cold spell; the Trail Blazers pushed the pace until the other side broke. It was over by halftime.
What tipped it
- Pistons · Rim Wreckers A trio of high-flyers run, dunk, and tilt the pace.
- Pistons · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.
- Trail Blazers · Ice Cold On a 4+ game losing streak — shots aren't falling.