Thu Dec 9, 2004 · 8:30 PM
Boston CelticsCeltics
108
away
Chemistry
Steady
Portland Trail BlazersBlazers
125
home
Chemistry
Elite
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Boston CelticsCeltics | 28 | 24 | 29 | 27 | 108 |
| Portland Trail BlazersBlazers | 31 | 24 | 32 | 38 | 125 |
After Action Report
The Trail Blazers pulled away from the Celtics 125-108. The tempo dragged the Celtics into a rhythm they couldn't survive. The Trail Blazers owned the glass, generating extra possessions; the Trail Blazers carried the confidence of a hot streak right into this one. The Trail Blazers locker room is humming, and it showed.
What tipped it
- Trail Blazers · Glass Eaters Crashing the boards generates extra possessions and second-chance buckets.
- Trail Blazers · Catching Fire Riding a 4+ game winning streak — confidence is high.
- Trail Blazers · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.