Thu Dec 9, 2004 · 8:30 PM
Boston CelticsCeltics
101
away
Chemistry
Steady
Portland Trail BlazersBlazers
105
home
Chemistry
Tense
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Boston CelticsCeltics | 31 | 26 | 22 | 22 | 101 |
| Portland Trail BlazersBlazers | 36 | 19 | 26 | 24 | 105 |
After Action Report
The Trail Blazers survived the Celtics 105-101. Execution down the stretch made the difference. Trail Blazers' Lockdown identity stifled the opposing offense; the Celtics owned the glass, generating extra possessions.
What tipped it
- Celtics · Glass Eaters Crashing the boards generates extra possessions and second-chance buckets.
- Celtics · Bouncing Back A winning team just got tripped up — expect a response.
- Celtics · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.