Mon Mar 21, 2005 · 8:30 PM
Portland Trail BlazersBlazers
85
away
Chemistry
Hot
Los Angeles ClippersClippers
89
home
Chemistry
Hot
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Portland Trail BlazersBlazers | 12 | 19 | 29 | 25 | 85 |
| Los Angeles ClippersClippers | 29 | 27 | 11 | 22 | 89 |
After Action Report
The Clippers squeaked past the Trail Blazers 89-85. The Trail Blazers couldn't capitalize even when shots wouldn't fall for the Clippers. The Clippers answered the bell with a bounce-back effort; the Trail Blazers came in with something to prove after a loss. The Clippers locker room is humming, and it showed. Early returns: the Clippers per-player utilization choices fit the identity tonight. Survive-and-advance type win.
What tipped it
- Clippers · Bouncing Back A winning team just got tripped up — expect a response.
- Clippers · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.
- 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.