Fri Jan 7, 2005 · 8:00 PM
Miami HeatHeat
106
away
Chemistry
Hot
Portland Trail BlazersBlazers
107
home
Chemistry
Hot
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Miami HeatHeat | 24 | 28 | 26 | 28 | 106 |
| Portland Trail BlazersBlazers | 35 | 25 | 23 | 24 | 107 |
After Action Report
The Trail Blazers survived the Heat 107-106. Execution down the stretch made the difference. The Trail Blazers came in with something to prove after a loss; Trail Blazers' old heads steadied the ship in the swings. Trail Blazers' rotation plan looked deliberate, and the right guys made the most of their roles.
What tipped it
- Trail Blazers · Bouncing Back A winning team just got tripped up — expect a response.
- Heat · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.