Sat Dec 18, 2004 · 8:30 PM
Portland Trail BlazersBlazers
128
away
Chemistry
Hot
Detroit PistonsPistons
112
home
Chemistry
Hot
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Portland Trail BlazersBlazers | 33 | 34 | 27 | 34 | 128 |
| Detroit PistonsPistons | 31 | 16 | 31 | 34 | 112 |
After Action Report
The Trail Blazers downed the Pistons 128-112. The Trail Blazers got every break — every loose ball, every bounce. Trail Blazers' Rim Wreckers got loose for easy buckets in transition; the Trail Blazers ride keeps rolling — they're catching fire. The Trail Blazers bench chemistry carried them. Early returns: the Trail Blazers per-player utilization choices fit the identity tonight.
What tipped it
- Pistons · Statement Win Last time out, a 20+ point beating sent a message.
- Trail Blazers · Rim Wreckers A trio of high-flyers run, dunk, and tilt the pace.
- 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.