Mon Jan 24, 2005 · 8:00 PM
San Antonio SpursSpurs
103
away
Chemistry
Steady
Portland Trail BlazersBlazers
105
home
Chemistry
Steady
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| San Antonio SpursSpurs | 30 | 22 | 27 | 24 | 103 |
| Portland Trail BlazersBlazers | 26 | 24 | 30 | 25 | 105 |
After Action Report
The Trail Blazers squeaked past the Spurs 105-103. The Trail Blazers won despite a cold shooting night — grit beat polish. Fresh off a statement win, the Trail Blazers stayed locked in; the Trail Blazers bent the defense out of shape from deep. Trail Blazers' rotation plan looked deliberate, and the right guys made the most of their roles. Style points be damned.
What tipped it
- Trail Blazers · Statement Win Last time out, a 20+ point beating sent a message.
- Spurs · Rim Wreckers A trio of high-flyers run, dunk, and tilt the pace.
- Spurs · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.