Thu Dec 9, 2004 · 8:30 PM
Boston CelticsCeltics
102
away
Chemistry
Hot
Portland Trail BlazersBlazers
105
home
Chemistry
Tense
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Boston CelticsCeltics | 30 | 23 | 23 | 26 | 102 |
| Portland Trail BlazersBlazers | 27 | 30 | 30 | 18 | 105 |
After Action Report
The Trail Blazers snuck past the Celtics 105-102. Execution down the stretch made the difference. The Trail Blazers carried the confidence of a hot streak right into this one; Trail Blazers' Run-and-Gun identity dictated the tempo. The Trail Blazers locker room is humming, and it showed.
What tipped it
- Trail Blazers · Catching Fire Riding a 4+ game winning streak — confidence is high.
- Trail Blazers · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.