Sun Jan 2, 2005 · 7:00 PM
Portland Trail BlazersBlazers
120
away
Chemistry
Steady
Phoenix SunsSuns
118
home
Chemistry
Tense
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Portland Trail BlazersBlazers | 26 | 31 | 29 | 34 | 120 |
| Phoenix SunsSuns | 21 | 33 | 36 | 28 | 118 |
After Action Report
The Trail Blazers survived the Suns 120-118. Shots fell that probably shouldn't have, and the Trail Blazers cashed in. Fresh off a statement win, the Trail Blazers stayed locked in; Trail Blazers' outside barrage was a constant threat.
What tipped it
- Suns · Catching Fire Riding a 4+ game winning streak — confidence is high.
- Suns · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.
- Trail Blazers · Statement Win Last time out, a 20+ point beating sent a message.