Thu Dec 9, 2004 · 8:30 PM
Boston CelticsCeltics
96
away
Chemistry
Hot
Portland Trail BlazersBlazers
105
home
Chemistry
Steady
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Boston CelticsCeltics | 17 | 23 | 23 | 33 | 96 |
| Portland Trail BlazersBlazers | 25 | 26 | 33 | 21 | 105 |
After Action Report
The Trail Blazers held off the Celtics 105-96. The Celtics had no answer for the variance gods tonight. Celtics' positional balance gave them a synergy edge; Celtics' Lockdown identity stifled the opposing offense.
What tipped it
- Celtics · Balanced Five A starting five that covers every position with even talent finds a synergy edge.
- Celtics · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.