Mon Jan 10, 2005 · 8:00 PM
Portland Trail BlazersBlazers
106
away
Chemistry
Elite
Philadelphia 76ers76ers
102
home
Chemistry
Steady
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Portland Trail BlazersBlazers | 30 | 22 | 32 | 22 | 106 |
| Philadelphia 76ers76ers | 24 | 20 | 28 | 30 | 102 |
After Action Report
The Trail Blazers snuck past the 76ers 106-102. Execution down the stretch made the difference. The Trail Blazers answered the bell with a bounce-back effort; the 76ers carried the swagger of a recent blowout into this one. The Trail Blazers bench chemistry carried them. Early returns: the Trail Blazers per-player utilization choices fit the identity tonight.
What tipped it
- 76ers · Statement Win Last time out, a 20+ point beating sent a message.
- Trail Blazers · Bouncing Back A winning team just got tripped up — expect a response.
- Trail Blazers · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.