Thu Dec 9, 2004 · 8:30 PM
Boston CelticsCeltics
119
away
Chemistry
Tense
Portland Trail BlazersBlazers
109
home
Chemistry
Steady
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Boston CelticsCeltics | 32 | 27 | 31 | 29 | 119 |
| Portland Trail BlazersBlazers | 23 | 28 | 19 | 39 | 109 |
After Action Report
The Celtics pulled away from the Trail Blazers 119-109. The Celtics got every break — every loose ball, every bounce. The Celtics answered the bell with a bounce-back effort; Celtics' outside barrage was a constant threat. The Celtics bench chemistry carried them.
What tipped it
- 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.