Wed Dec 15, 2004 · 8:00 PM
Portland Trail BlazersBlazers
119
away
Chemistry
Steady
Cleveland CavaliersCavs
102
home
Chemistry
Elite
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Portland Trail BlazersBlazers | 31 | 29 | 31 | 28 | 119 |
| Cleveland CavaliersCavs | 30 | 28 | 21 | 23 | 102 |
After Action Report
In a track meet, the Trail Blazers handled the Cavaliers 119-102. The tempo dragged the Cavaliers into a rhythm they couldn't survive. Trail Blazers' Run-and-Gun identity dictated the tempo; second-chance points piled up for the Cavaliers. Early returns: the Trail Blazers per-player utilization choices fit the identity tonight.
What tipped it
- Cavaliers · Glass Eaters Crashing the boards generates extra possessions and second-chance buckets.
- Cavaliers · Catching Fire Riding a 4+ game winning streak — confidence is high.
- Cavaliers · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.