Wed Jan 26, 2005 · 8:00 PM
Dallas MavericksMavs
123
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Chemistry
Elite
Portland Trail BlazersBlazers
138
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Chemistry
Hot
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dallas MavericksMavs | 20 | 30 | 40 | 33 | 123 |
| Portland Trail BlazersBlazers | 36 | 35 | 28 | 39 | 138 |
After Action Report
In Portland, the Trail Blazers handled the Mavericks 138-123. The Trail Blazers got every break — every loose ball, every bounce. The Superstar Stack delivered when it mattered for the Trail Blazers; the Trail Blazers pushed the pace until the other side broke. The Trail Blazers locker room is humming, and it showed. Early returns: the Trail Blazers 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.