Thu Dec 9, 2004 · 8:30 PM
Boston CelticsCeltics
98
away
Chemistry
Steady
Portland Trail BlazersBlazers
80
home
Chemistry
Elite
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Boston CelticsCeltics | 22 | 26 | 21 | 29 | 98 |
| Portland Trail BlazersBlazers | 21 | 28 | 19 | 12 | 80 |
After Action Report
The Celtics took care of the Trail Blazers 98-80. Execution down the stretch made the difference. Fresh off a statement win, the Trail Blazers stayed locked in; Trail Blazers' defenders refused to give up clean looks. The Celtics bench chemistry carried them.
What tipped it
- Trail Blazers · Statement Win Last time out, a 20+ point beating sent a message.
- Celtics · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.