Wed Jan 5, 2005 · 8:30 PM
Portland Trail BlazersBlazers
122
away
Chemistry
Hot
Los Angeles ClippersClippers
120
home
Chemistry
Steady
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Portland Trail BlazersBlazers | 30 | 22 | 32 | 38 | 122 |
| Los Angeles ClippersClippers | 19 | 37 | 31 | 33 | 120 |
After Action Report
The Trail Blazers squeaked past the Clippers 122-120. The breakneck pace played right into Trail Blazers' hands. The Trail Blazers came in with something to prove after a loss; Trail Blazers' Run-and-Gun identity dictated the tempo. 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
- Clippers · Catching Fire Riding a 4+ game winning streak — confidence is high.
- 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.