Thu Dec 9, 2004 · 8:30 PM
Boston CelticsCeltics
104
away
Chemistry
Steady
Portland Trail BlazersBlazers
99
home
Chemistry
Steady
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Boston CelticsCeltics | 26 | 27 | 31 | 20 | 104 |
| Portland Trail BlazersBlazers | 28 | 26 | 20 | 25 | 99 |
After Action Report
In a track meet, the Celtics squeaked past the Trail Blazers 104-99. The Trail Blazers couldn't capitalize even when shots wouldn't fall for the Celtics. The Celtics pushed the pace until the other side broke; the Trail Blazers bent the defense out of shape from deep. Survive-and-advance type win.
What tipped it
- Trail Blazers · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.