Sun Apr 10, 2005 · 6:00 PM
Portland Trail BlazersBlazers
125
away
Chemistry
Elite
New Orleans HornetsHornets
85
home
Chemistry
Steady
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Portland Trail BlazersBlazers | 32 | 29 | 34 | 30 | 125 |
| New Orleans HornetsHornets | 24 | 19 | 18 | 24 | 85 |
After Action Report
In New Orleans, the Trail Blazers rolled past the Hornets 125-85. The Trail Blazers got every break — every loose ball, every bounce. The Trail Blazers ride keeps rolling — they're catching fire; Trail Blazers' defenders refused to give up clean looks. The Trail Blazers bench chemistry carried them. Trail Blazers' rotation plan looked deliberate, and the right guys made the most of their roles. It was over by halftime.
What tipped it
- Hornets · Rim Wreckers A trio of high-flyers run, dunk, and tilt the pace.
- Trail Blazers · Catching Fire Riding a 4+ game winning streak — confidence is high.
- Trail Blazers · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.