Wed Mar 9, 2005 · 8:00 PM
Chicago BullsBulls
113
away
Chemistry
Cold
Portland Trail BlazersBlazers
134
home
Chemistry
Tense
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chicago BullsBulls | 22 | 29 | 32 | 30 | 113 |
| Portland Trail BlazersBlazers | 29 | 31 | 36 | 38 | 134 |
After Action Report
The Trail Blazers blew the doors off the Bulls 134-113. Shots fell that probably shouldn't have, and the Trail Blazers cashed in. The Trail Blazers came in with something to prove after a loss; second-chance points piled up for the Bulls. It broke open after the break.
What tipped it
- Trail Blazers · Bouncing Back A winning team just got tripped up — expect a response.
- Bulls · Glass Eaters Crashing the boards generates extra possessions and second-chance buckets.
- Bulls · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.