Hawks (
damnmydogisFAT) are the champions!
Thu Dec 9, 2004 · 8:30 PM
Boston CelticsCeltics
109
away
Chemistry
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Portland Trail BlazersBlazers
119
home
Chemistry
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Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Boston CelticsCeltics | 34 | 26 | 27 | 22 | 109 |
| Portland Trail BlazersBlazers | 33 | 28 | 30 | 28 | 119 |
After Action Report
In Portland, the Trail Blazers pulled away from the Celtics 119-109. The tempo dragged the Celtics into a rhythm they couldn't survive. The Trail Blazers owned the glass, generating extra possessions; the Trail Blazers came in with something to prove after a loss.
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.
- Celtics · Heartbreak A gutting last-second loss — revenge is on the menu.