Sat Apr 2, 2005 · 8:00 PM
Denver NuggetsNuggets
121
away
Chemistry
Steady
Portland Trail BlazersBlazers
126
home
Chemistry
Hot
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Denver NuggetsNuggets | 32 | 36 | 31 | 22 | 121 |
| Portland Trail BlazersBlazers | 32 | 34 | 30 | 30 | 126 |
After Action Report
In a track meet, the Trail Blazers squeaked past the Nuggets 126-121. The breakneck pace played right into Trail Blazers' hands. The Trail Blazers answered the bell with a bounce-back effort; Trail Blazers' Run-and-Gun identity dictated the tempo. The Trail Blazers locker room is humming, and it showed.
What tipped it
- Trail Blazers · Bouncing Back A winning team just got tripped up — expect a response.
- Trail Blazers · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.
- Nuggets · Rim Wreckers A trio of high-flyers run, dunk, and tilt the pace.
- Nuggets · Catching Fire Riding a 4+ game winning streak — confidence is high.