Wed Mar 9, 2005 · 8:00 PM
Chicago BullsBulls
83
away
Chemistry
Tense
Portland Trail BlazersBlazers
117
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Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chicago BullsBulls | 19 | 19 | 27 | 18 | 83 |
| Portland Trail BlazersBlazers | 30 | 26 | 26 | 35 | 117 |
After Action Report
The Trail Blazers ran roughshod over the Bulls 117-83. The Trail Blazers got every break — every loose ball, every bounce. Bulls' Run-and-Gun identity dictated the tempo. The Trail Blazers locker room is humming, and it showed. Early returns: the Trail Blazers per-player utilization choices fit the identity tonight. It was over by halftime.
What tipped it
- Trail Blazers · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.