Thu Dec 30, 2004 · 8:30 PM
San Antonio SpursSpurs
108
away
Chemistry
Steady
Portland Trail BlazersBlazers
114
home
Chemistry
Steady
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| San Antonio SpursSpurs | 20 | 22 | 30 | 36 | 108 |
| Portland Trail BlazersBlazers | 33 | 29 | 27 | 25 | 114 |
After Action Report
The Trail Blazers edged the Spurs 114-108. The Trail Blazers got every break — every loose ball, every bounce. The Trail Blazers owned the glass, generating extra possessions; the Trail Blazers came in with something to prove after a loss. Early returns: the Trail Blazers per-player utilization choices fit the identity tonight.
What tipped it
- Trail Blazers · Glass Eaters Crashing the boards generates extra possessions and second-chance buckets.
- Trail Blazers · Bouncing Back A winning team just got tripped up — expect a response.
- Spurs · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.