Sat Nov 13, 2004 · 8:00 PM
Toronto RaptorsRaptors
131
away
Chemistry
Steady
Portland Trail BlazersBlazers
115
home
Chemistry
Steady
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Toronto RaptorsRaptors | 39 | 17 | 40 | 35 | 131 |
| Portland Trail BlazersBlazers | 23 | 35 | 27 | 30 | 115 |
After Action Report
In a track meet, the Raptors pulled away from the Trail Blazers 131-115. The breakneck pace played right into Raptors' hands. Raptors' veteran poise eliminated the costly mistakes; the Trail Blazers owned the glass, generating extra possessions.
What tipped it
- Trail Blazers · Glass Eaters Crashing the boards generates extra possessions and second-chance buckets.
- Trail Blazers · Statement Win Last time out, a 20+ point beating sent a message.
- Trail Blazers · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.