Wed Jan 5, 2005 · 8:30 PM
Portland Trail BlazersBlazers
119
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Chemistry
Hot
Los Angeles ClippersClippers
117
home
Chemistry
Hot
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Portland Trail BlazersBlazers | 27 | 29 | 36 | 27 | 119 |
| Los Angeles ClippersClippers | 36 | 32 | 25 | 24 | 117 |
After Action Report
In Los Angeles, the Trail Blazers survived the Clippers 119-117. Shots fell that probably shouldn't have, and the Trail Blazers cashed in. Trail Blazers' Rim Wreckers got loose for easy buckets in transition; the Trail Blazers came in with something to prove after a loss.
What tipped it
- Clippers · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.
- Trail Blazers · Rim Wreckers A trio of high-flyers run, dunk, and tilt the pace.
- Trail Blazers · Bouncing Back A winning team just got tripped up — expect a response.