Mon Dec 20, 2004 · 8:30 PM
Portland Trail BlazersBlazers
114
away
Chemistry
Steady
Chicago BullsBulls
128
home
Chemistry
Elite
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Portland Trail BlazersBlazers | 34 | 34 | 22 | 24 | 114 |
| Chicago BullsBulls | 32 | 33 | 34 | 29 | 128 |
After Action Report
In a track meet, the Bulls handled the Trail Blazers 128-114. Bulls controlled the tempo from tip to buzzer. The Bulls owned the glass, generating extra possessions; the Bulls carried the confidence of a hot streak right into this one. The Bulls locker room is humming, and it showed. Early returns: the Bulls per-player utilization choices fit the identity tonight.
What tipped it
- Bulls · Glass Eaters Crashing the boards generates extra possessions and second-chance buckets.
- Bulls · Catching Fire Riding a 4+ game winning streak — confidence is high.
- Bulls · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.