Sun Dec 5, 2004 · 7:00 PM
Phoenix SunsSuns
88
away
Chemistry
Cold
Portland Trail BlazersBlazers
108
home
Chemistry
Tense
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Phoenix SunsSuns | 35 | 22 | 20 | 11 | 88 |
| Portland Trail BlazersBlazers | 28 | 26 | 22 | 32 | 108 |
After Action Report
The Trail Blazers rolled past the Suns 108-88. Every possession went the Trail Blazers way. The Trail Blazers owned the glass, generating extra possessions; Trail Blazers' veteran poise eliminated the costly mistakes. Tonight's Suns utilization choices clashed with the team identity. It broke open after the break.
What tipped it
- Trail Blazers · Glass Eaters Crashing the boards generates extra possessions and second-chance buckets.
- Suns · Glass Eaters Crashing the boards generates extra possessions and second-chance buckets.
- Suns · Statement Win Last time out, a 20+ point beating sent a message.
- Suns · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.