Fri Feb 4, 2005 · 8:00 PM
Charlotte BobcatsBobcats
115
away
Chemistry
Hot
Portland Trail BlazersBlazers
109
home
Chemistry
Steady
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Charlotte BobcatsBobcats | 32 | 25 | 31 | 27 | 115 |
| Portland Trail BlazersBlazers | 30 | 26 | 21 | 32 | 109 |
After Action Report
In Portland, the Bobcats outlasted the Trail Blazers 115-109. The tempo dragged the Trail Blazers into a rhythm they couldn't survive. Bobcats' Run-and-Gun identity dictated the tempo; the Trail Blazers ride keeps rolling — they're catching fire. Bobcats' rotation plan looked deliberate, and the right guys made the most of their roles.
What tipped it
- 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.