Wed Jan 5, 2005 · 8:30 PM
Portland Trail BlazersBlazers
131
away
Chemistry
Tense
Los Angeles ClippersClippers
133
home
Chemistry
Hot
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Portland Trail BlazersBlazers | 34 | 35 | 34 | 28 | 131 |
| Los Angeles ClippersClippers | 31 | 33 | 36 | 33 | 133 |
After Action Report
The Clippers survived the Trail Blazers 133-131. Shots fell that probably shouldn't have, and the Clippers cashed in. Clippers' Rim Wreckers got loose for easy buckets in transition; the Clippers came in with something to prove after a loss. The Clippers locker room is humming, and it showed.
What tipped it
- Clippers · Rim Wreckers A trio of high-flyers run, dunk, and tilt the pace.
- Clippers · Bouncing Back A winning team just got tripped up — expect a response.
- Clippers · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.