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Wed Jan 5, 2005 · 8:30 PM
Portland Trail BlazersBlazers
103
away
Chemistry Hot
Los Angeles ClippersClippers
96
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Chemistry Elite

Box Score

TEAM Q1 Q2 Q3 Q4 FINAL
Portland Trail BlazersBlazers 26 24 23 30 103
Los Angeles ClippersClippers 24 23 27 22 96

After Action Report

The Trail Blazers edged the Clippers 103-96. Execution down the stretch made the difference. Trail Blazers' positional balance gave them a synergy edge; fresh off a statement win, the Trail Blazers stayed locked in. 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 · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.
  • Trail Blazers · Balanced Five A starting five that covers every position with even talent finds a synergy edge.
  • Trail Blazers · Statement Win Last time out, a 20+ point beating sent a message.
  • Trail Blazers · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.