Fri Nov 5, 2004 · 8:00 PM
Los Angeles ClippersClippers
127
away
Chemistry
Hot
Portland Trail BlazersBlazers
128
home
Chemistry
Elite
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Los Angeles ClippersClippers | 30 | 34 | 33 | 30 | 127 |
| Portland Trail BlazersBlazers | 25 | 35 | 36 | 32 | 128 |
After Action Report
In Portland, the Trail Blazers snuck past the Clippers 128-127. The tempo dragged the Clippers into a rhythm they couldn't survive. You could feel the revenge motivation from the Trail Blazers; the Trail Blazers pushed the pace until the other side broke. The Trail Blazers locker room is humming, and it showed. Trail Blazers' rotation plan looked deliberate, and the right guys made the most of their roles.
What tipped it
- Trail Blazers · Heartbreak A gutting last-second loss — revenge is on the menu.
- Trail Blazers · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.
- Clippers · Statement Win Last time out, a 20+ point beating sent a message.