Thu Dec 9, 2004 · 8:30 PM
Boston CelticsCeltics
120
away
Chemistry
Elite
Portland Trail BlazersBlazers
89
home
Chemistry
Hot
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Boston CelticsCeltics | 30 | 32 | 28 | 30 | 120 |
| Portland Trail BlazersBlazers | 12 | 26 | 30 | 21 | 89 |
After Action Report
The Celtics demolished the Trail Blazers 120-89. Celtics torched the Trail Blazers on the offensive end. Second-chance points piled up for the Celtics; the Superstar Stack delivered when it mattered for the Celtics. The Celtics bench chemistry carried them. Early returns: the Celtics per-player utilization choices fit the identity tonight. Garbage time started early.
What tipped it
- Celtics · Glass Eaters Crashing the boards generates extra possessions and second-chance buckets.
- Celtics · Superstar Stack Two or more 90-overall stars bend games to their will on both ends.
- Celtics · Catching Fire Riding a 4+ game winning streak — confidence is high.
- Celtics · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.