Wed Jan 12, 2005 · 8:00 PM
Portland Trail BlazersBlazers
121
away
Chemistry
Steady
Washington WizardsWizards
116
home
Chemistry
Hot
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Portland Trail BlazersBlazers | 33 | 34 | 27 | 27 | 121 |
| Washington WizardsWizards | 25 | 30 | 27 | 34 | 116 |
After Action Report
In Washington, the Trail Blazers squeaked past the Wizards 121-116. Shots fell that probably shouldn't have, and the Trail Blazers cashed in. The Trail Blazers couldn't shake the cold spell; Wizards' Rim Wreckers got loose for easy buckets in transition.
What tipped it
- Wizards · Rim Wreckers A trio of high-flyers run, dunk, and tilt the pace.
- Wizards · Statement Win Last time out, a 20+ point beating sent a message.
- Wizards · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.
- Trail Blazers · Ice Cold On a 4+ game losing streak — shots aren't falling.