Wed Jan 12, 2005 · 8:00 PM
Portland Trail BlazersBlazers
115
away
Chemistry
Hot
Washington WizardsWizards
104
home
Chemistry
Steady
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Portland Trail BlazersBlazers | 25 | 36 | 27 | 27 | 115 |
| Washington WizardsWizards | 26 | 30 | 25 | 23 | 104 |
After Action Report
The Trail Blazers outlasted the Wizards 115-104. Execution down the stretch made the difference. Trail Blazers' high-flyers tilted the pace and the rim; you could feel the revenge motivation from the Trail Blazers. The Trail Blazers bench chemistry carried them. Trail Blazers' rotation plan looked deliberate, and the right guys made the most of their roles.
What tipped it
- Wizards · Heartbreak A gutting last-second loss — revenge is on the menu.
- Trail Blazers · Rim Wreckers A trio of high-flyers run, dunk, and tilt the pace.
- Trail Blazers · Heartbreak A gutting last-second loss — revenge is on the menu.
- Trail Blazers · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.