Celtics (
nathan) are the champions!
Wed Mar 9, 2005 · 8:00 PM
Chicago BullsBulls
93
away
Chemistry
Cold
Portland Trail BlazersBlazers
109
home
Chemistry
Steady
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chicago BullsBulls | 26 | 21 | 15 | 31 | 93 |
| Portland Trail BlazersBlazers | 23 | 31 | 28 | 27 | 109 |
After Action Report
The Trail Blazers outlasted the Bulls 109-93. Every possession went the Trail Blazers way. You could feel the revenge motivation from the Trail Blazers; Trail Blazers' defenders refused to give up clean looks. The Bulls looked disjointed — chemistry issues linger. Trail Blazers' rotation plan looked deliberate, and the right guys made the most of their roles. Survive-and-advance type win.
What tipped it
- Trail Blazers · Heartbreak A gutting last-second loss — revenge is on the menu.
- Bulls · Rim Wreckers A trio of high-flyers run, dunk, and tilt the pace.
- Bulls · Locker-Room Rift Tension in the locker room — poor ball movement and streaky play.