Sun Apr 17, 2005 · 5:00 PM
Utah JazzJazz
108
away
Chemistry
Steady
Portland Trail BlazersBlazers
135
home
Chemistry
Hot
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Utah JazzJazz | 27 | 21 | 29 | 31 | 108 |
| Portland Trail BlazersBlazers | 32 | 33 | 39 | 31 | 135 |
After Action Report
The Trail Blazers buried the Jazz 135-108. The tempo dragged the Jazz into a rhythm they couldn't survive. Trail Blazers' Run-and-Gun identity dictated the tempo; you could feel the revenge motivation from the Jazz. The Trail Blazers locker room is humming, and it showed. Early returns: the Trail Blazers per-player utilization choices fit the identity tonight. Never a doubt in this one.
What tipped it
- Trail Blazers · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.
- Jazz · Heartbreak A gutting last-second loss — revenge is on the menu.