Wed Jan 12, 2005 · 8:00 PM
Portland Trail BlazersBlazers
105
away
Chemistry
Hot
Washington WizardsWizards
123
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Chemistry
Hot
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Portland Trail BlazersBlazers | 27 | 21 | 28 | 29 | 105 |
| Washington WizardsWizards | 28 | 35 | 34 | 26 | 123 |
After Action Report
The Wizards handled the Trail Blazers 123-105. Wizards controlled the tempo from tip to buzzer. The Wizards came in with something to prove after a loss; Wizards' Run-and-Gun identity dictated the tempo. The Wizards locker room is humming, and it showed. Early returns: the Wizards per-player utilization choices fit the identity tonight.
What tipped it
- Wizards · Bouncing Back A winning team just got tripped up — expect a response.
- Wizards · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.
- Trail Blazers · Rim Wreckers A trio of high-flyers run, dunk, and tilt the pace.
- Trail Blazers · Heartbreak A gutting last-second loss — revenge is on the menu.