Thu Dec 9, 2004 · 8:30 PM
Boston CelticsCeltics
117
away
Chemistry
Steady
Portland Trail BlazersBlazers
114
home
Chemistry
Tense
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Boston CelticsCeltics | 33 | 25 | 25 | 34 | 117 |
| Portland Trail BlazersBlazers | 34 | 26 | 27 | 27 | 114 |
After Action Report
In Portland, the Celtics survived the Trail Blazers 117-114. The tempo dragged the Trail Blazers into a rhythm they couldn't survive. The Celtics owned the glass, generating extra possessions; fresh off a statement win, the Celtics stayed locked in.
What tipped it
- Trail Blazers · Glass Eaters Crashing the boards generates extra possessions and second-chance buckets.
- Celtics · Glass Eaters Crashing the boards generates extra possessions and second-chance buckets.
- Celtics · Statement Win Last time out, a 20+ point beating sent a message.