Fri Jan 7, 2005 · 8:00 PM
Miami HeatHeat
89
away
Chemistry
Tense
Portland Trail BlazersBlazers
122
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Chemistry
Elite
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Miami HeatHeat | 28 | 20 | 20 | 21 | 89 |
| Portland Trail BlazersBlazers | 35 | 35 | 27 | 25 | 122 |
After Action Report
In a track meet, the Trail Blazers buried the Heat 122-89. Trail Blazers controlled the tempo from tip to buzzer. The Trail Blazers couldn't shake the cold spell; the Trail Blazers pushed the pace until the other side broke. Trail Blazers' rotation plan looked deliberate, and the right guys made the most of their roles. Never a doubt in this one.
What tipped it
- Trail Blazers · Ice Cold On a 4+ game losing streak — shots aren't falling.
- Heat · Statement Win Last time out, a 20+ point beating sent a message.
- Heat · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.