Thu Dec 9, 2004 · 8:30 PM
Boston CelticsCeltics
128
away
Chemistry
Hot
Portland Trail BlazersBlazers
106
home
Chemistry
Steady
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Boston CelticsCeltics | 32 | 35 | 31 | 30 | 128 |
| Portland Trail BlazersBlazers | 28 | 22 | 24 | 32 | 106 |
After Action Report
In a track meet, the Celtics blew the doors off the Trail Blazers 128-106. Celtics controlled the tempo from tip to buzzer. The Celtics came in with something to prove after a loss; Celtics' defenders refused to give up clean looks. The Celtics bench chemistry carried them. Never a doubt in this one.
What tipped it
- Trail Blazers · Glass Eaters Crashing the boards generates extra possessions and second-chance buckets.
- Trail Blazers · Statement Win Last time out, a 20+ point beating sent a message.
- Celtics · Bouncing Back A winning team just got tripped up — expect a response.
- Celtics · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.