Fri Jan 7, 2005 · 8:00 PM
Miami HeatHeat
91
away
Chemistry
Tense
Portland Trail BlazersBlazers
112
home
Chemistry
Steady
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Miami HeatHeat | 13 | 22 | 27 | 29 | 91 |
| Portland Trail BlazersBlazers | 36 | 20 | 24 | 32 | 112 |
After Action Report
The Trail Blazers ran roughshod over the Heat 112-91. Execution down the stretch made the difference. Trail Blazers' Rim Wreckers got loose for easy buckets in transition; the Trail Blazers ride keeps rolling — they're catching fire. Never a doubt in this one.
What tipped it
- Trail Blazers · 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.
- Heat · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.