Sun Dec 5, 2004 · 7:00 PM
Phoenix SunsSuns
105
away
Chemistry
Steady
Portland Trail BlazersBlazers
111
home
Chemistry
Hot
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Phoenix SunsSuns | 27 | 26 | 24 | 28 | 105 |
| Portland Trail BlazersBlazers | 27 | 28 | 29 | 27 | 111 |
After Action Report
In Portland, the Trail Blazers held off the Suns 111-105. Trail Blazers controlled the tempo from tip to buzzer. Fresh off a statement win, the Trail Blazers stayed locked in; Trail Blazers' outside barrage was a constant threat. Early returns: the Trail Blazers per-player utilization choices fit the identity tonight.
What tipped it
- Trail Blazers · Statement Win Last time out, a 20+ point beating sent a message.
- Suns · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.