Thu Dec 30, 2004 · 8:30 PM
San Antonio SpursSpurs
104
away
Chemistry
Cold
Portland Trail BlazersBlazers
97
home
Chemistry
Steady
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| San Antonio SpursSpurs | 29 | 23 | 25 | 27 | 104 |
| Portland Trail BlazersBlazers | 28 | 18 | 23 | 28 | 97 |
After Action Report
The Spurs fended off the Trail Blazers 104-97. Spurs torched the Trail Blazers on the offensive end. Fresh off a statement win, the Spurs stayed locked in; Spurs' defenders refused to give up clean looks. Tonight's Trail Blazers utilization choices clashed with the team identity.
What tipped it
- Trail Blazers · Bouncing Back A winning team just got tripped up — expect a response.
- Spurs · Statement Win Last time out, a 20+ point beating sent a message.
- Spurs · Locker-Room Rift Tension in the locker room — poor ball movement and streaky play.