Tue Feb 1, 2005 · 8:30 PM
Portland Trail BlazersBlazers
119
away
Chemistry
Steady
Los Angeles LakersLakers
96
home
Chemistry
Hot
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Portland Trail BlazersBlazers | 30 | 35 | 30 | 24 | 119 |
| Los Angeles LakersLakers | 31 | 16 | 24 | 25 | 96 |
After Action Report
The Trail Blazers demolished the Lakers 119-96. Trail Blazers torched the Lakers on the offensive end. 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 bench chemistry carried them. Early returns: the Trail Blazers per-player utilization choices fit the identity tonight. Never a doubt in this one.
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.