Wed Mar 9, 2005 · 8:00 PM
Chicago BullsBulls
108
away
Chemistry
Tense
Portland Trail BlazersBlazers
105
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Chemistry
Hot
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chicago BullsBulls | 31 | 20 | 27 | 30 | 108 |
| Portland Trail BlazersBlazers | 26 | 27 | 25 | 27 | 105 |
After Action Report
The Bulls snuck past the Trail Blazers 108-105. Execution down the stretch made the difference. The Trail Blazers owned the glass, generating extra possessions; the Trail Blazers ride keeps rolling — they're catching fire. The Bulls bench chemistry carried them.
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.
- Bulls · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.