Celtics (
nathan) are the champions!
Wed Dec 15, 2004 · 8:00 PM
Portland Trail BlazersBlazers
109
away
Chemistry
Steady
Cleveland CavaliersCavs
117
home
Chemistry
Steady
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Portland Trail BlazersBlazers | 29 | 33 | 20 | 27 | 109 |
| Cleveland CavaliersCavs | 35 | 36 | 22 | 24 | 117 |
After Action Report
The Cavaliers edged the Trail Blazers 117-109. Execution down the stretch made the difference. Second-chance points piled up for the Cavaliers; you could feel the revenge motivation from the Trail Blazers. The Cavaliers rotation plan paid off — leaning into the right spots created real lift.
What tipped it
- Cavaliers · Glass Eaters Crashing the boards generates extra possessions and second-chance buckets.
- Trail Blazers · Heartbreak A gutting last-second loss — revenge is on the menu.