Tue Nov 23, 2004 · 8:30 PM
Portland Trail BlazersBlazers
119
away
Chemistry
Tense
Miami HeatHeat
96
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Chemistry
Tense
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Portland Trail BlazersBlazers | 33 | 35 | 27 | 24 | 119 |
| Miami HeatHeat | 26 | 26 | 21 | 23 | 96 |
After Action Report
The Trail Blazers ran roughshod over the Heat 119-96. The Trail Blazers got every break — every loose ball, every bounce. The Trail Blazers ride keeps rolling — they're catching fire; Trail Blazers' defenders refused to give up clean looks. The Trail Blazers bench chemistry carried them. Tonight's Heat utilization choices clashed with the team identity. Garbage time started early.
What tipped it
- Heat · Statement Win Last time out, a 20+ point beating sent a message.
- 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.