Wed Feb 16, 2005 · 8:00 PM
Portland Trail BlazersBlazers
106
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Chemistry
Hot
Indiana PacersPacers
103
home
Chemistry
Tense
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Portland Trail BlazersBlazers | 27 | 30 | 23 | 26 | 106 |
| Indiana PacersPacers | 25 | 25 | 25 | 28 | 103 |
After Action Report
The Trail Blazers survived the Pacers 106-103. Execution down the stretch made the difference. The Trail Blazers ride keeps rolling — they're catching fire; Trail Blazers' veteran poise eliminated the costly mistakes. The Trail Blazers bench chemistry carried them. Trail Blazers' rotation plan looked deliberate, and the right guys made the most of their roles.
What tipped it
- Pacers · Statement Win Last time out, a 20+ point beating sent a message.
- Pacers · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.
- 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.