Thu Dec 9, 2004 · 8:30 PM
Boston CelticsCeltics
114
away
Chemistry
Elite
Portland Trail BlazersBlazers
115
home
Chemistry
Tense
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Boston CelticsCeltics | 23 | 26 | 38 | 27 | 114 |
| Portland Trail BlazersBlazers | 30 | 26 | 32 | 27 | 115 |
After Action Report
The Trail Blazers snuck past the Celtics 115-114. Shots fell that probably shouldn't have, and the Trail Blazers cashed in. The Trail Blazers played with the chip of a recent gutting loss; the Celtics carried the confidence of a hot streak right into this one.
What tipped it
- Trail Blazers · Heartbreak A gutting last-second loss — revenge is on the menu.
- Celtics · Catching Fire Riding a 4+ game winning streak — confidence is high.
- Celtics · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.