Wed Nov 10, 2004 · 8:00 PM
Portland Trail BlazersBlazers
119
away
Chemistry
Hot
Boston CelticsCeltics
126
home
Chemistry
Steady
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Portland Trail BlazersBlazers | 29 | 29 | 30 | 31 | 119 |
| Boston CelticsCeltics | 31 | 27 | 35 | 33 | 126 |
After Action Report
The Celtics held off the Trail Blazers 126-119. The Celtics got every break — every loose ball, every bounce. Trail Blazers' stars took over and bent the game to their will; Trail Blazers' Run-and-Gun identity dictated the tempo. Early returns: the Celtics per-player utilization choices fit the identity tonight.
What tipped it
- Trail Blazers · Superstar Stack Two or more 90-overall stars bend games to their will on both ends.
- Trail Blazers · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.