Thu Dec 9, 2004 · 8:30 PM
Boston CelticsCeltics
104
away
Chemistry
Hot
Portland Trail BlazersBlazers
97
home
Chemistry
Cold
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Boston CelticsCeltics | 34 | 25 | 22 | 23 | 104 |
| Portland Trail BlazersBlazers | 21 | 24 | 26 | 26 | 97 |
After Action Report
In Portland, the Celtics fended off the Trail Blazers 104-97. The better team simply showed up tonight. The Celtics carried the confidence of a hot streak right into this one; Celtics' defenders refused to give up clean looks. The Celtics bench chemistry carried them. Early returns: the Celtics per-player utilization choices fit the identity tonight. Survive-and-advance type win.
What tipped it
- Celtics · Catching Fire Riding a 4+ game winning streak — confidence is high.
- Celtics · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.