Thu Dec 30, 2004 · 8:30 PM
San Antonio SpursSpurs
106
away
Chemistry
Steady
Portland Trail BlazersBlazers
110
home
Chemistry
Tense
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| San Antonio SpursSpurs | 29 | 26 | 20 | 31 | 106 |
| Portland Trail BlazersBlazers | 24 | 25 | 25 | 36 | 110 |
After Action Report
The Trail Blazers survived the Spurs 110-106. Trail Blazers' offense had its way with the Spurs. Trail Blazers' defenders refused to give up clean looks; the Spurs carried the confidence of a hot streak right into this one. Early returns: the Trail Blazers per-player utilization choices fit the identity tonight.
What tipped it
- Spurs · Catching Fire Riding a 4+ game winning streak — confidence is high.
- Spurs · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.