Timberwolves (
OF-Guarav) are the champions!
Sat Dec 4, 2004 · 8:30 PM
Portland Trail BlazersBlazers
102
away
Chemistry
Steady
Seattle SuperSonicsSonics
100
home
Chemistry
Steady
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Portland Trail BlazersBlazers | 36 | 17 | 19 | 30 | 102 |
| Seattle SuperSonicsSonics | 15 | 39 | 25 | 21 | 100 |
After Action Report
The Trail Blazers survived the SuperSonics 102-100. Execution down the stretch made the difference. Trail Blazers' Lockdown identity stifled the opposing offense; the SuperSonics owned the glass, generating extra possessions. Trail Blazers' rotation plan looked deliberate, and the right guys made the most of their roles.
What tipped it
- SuperSonics · Glass Eaters Crashing the boards generates extra possessions and second-chance buckets.
- SuperSonics · Block Party Multiple shot-blockers turn the paint into a no-fly zone.
- SuperSonics · Bouncing Back A winning team just got tripped up — expect a response.