Celtics (
nathan) are the champions!
Wed Apr 6, 2005 · 7:00 PM
Golden State WarriorsWarriors
121
away
Chemistry
Steady
Portland Trail BlazersBlazers
126
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Chemistry
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Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Golden State WarriorsWarriors | 38 | 31 | 25 | 27 | 121 |
| Portland Trail BlazersBlazers | 33 | 35 | 32 | 26 | 126 |
After Action Report
In a track meet, the Trail Blazers survived the Warriors 126-121. The tempo dragged the Warriors into a rhythm they couldn't survive. Trail Blazers' Rim Wreckers got loose for easy buckets in transition; second-chance points piled up for the Trail Blazers. The Trail Blazers locker room is humming, and it showed. Early returns: the Trail Blazers per-player utilization choices fit the identity tonight.
What tipped it
- Trail Blazers · Rim Wreckers A trio of high-flyers run, dunk, and tilt the pace.
- Trail Blazers · Glass Eaters Crashing the boards generates extra possessions and second-chance buckets.
- Trail Blazers · Bouncing Back A winning team just got tripped up — expect a response.
- Trail Blazers · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.
- Warriors · Catching Fire Riding a 4+ game winning streak — confidence is high.