Fri Jan 7, 2005 · 8:00 PM
Miami HeatHeat
102
away
Chemistry
Steady
Portland Trail BlazersBlazers
110
home
Chemistry
Hot
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Miami HeatHeat | 27 | 24 | 22 | 29 | 102 |
| Portland Trail BlazersBlazers | 30 | 18 | 25 | 37 | 110 |
After Action Report
The Trail Blazers held off the Heat 110-102. Execution down the stretch made the difference. The Trail Blazers bent the defense out of shape from deep; the Heat carried the confidence of a hot streak right into this one. Trail Blazers' rotation plan looked deliberate, and the right guys made the most of their roles.
What tipped it
- Heat · Catching Fire Riding a 4+ game winning streak — confidence is high.
- Heat · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.