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Fri Jan 28, 2005 · 8:00 PM
Los Angeles ClippersClippers
128
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Chemistry Hot
Portland Trail BlazersBlazers
111
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Chemistry Tense

Box Score

TEAM Q1 Q2 Q3 Q4 FINAL
Los Angeles ClippersClippers 29 37 35 27 128
Portland Trail BlazersBlazers 25 27 28 31 111

After Action Report

In Portland, the Clippers handled the Trail Blazers 128-111. The tempo dragged the Trail Blazers into a rhythm they couldn't survive. Clippers' high-flyers tilted the pace and the rim; Clippers' stars took over and bent the game to their will. The Clippers bench chemistry carried them. Tonight's Trail Blazers utilization choices clashed with the team identity.

What tipped it

  • Trail Blazers · Glass Eaters Crashing the boards generates extra possessions and second-chance buckets.
  • Trail Blazers · Bouncing Back A winning team just got tripped up — expect a response.
  • Clippers · Rim Wreckers A trio of high-flyers run, dunk, and tilt the pace.
  • Clippers · Superstar Stack Two or more 90-overall stars bend games to their will on both ends.
  • Clippers · Statement Win Last time out, a 20+ point beating sent a message.
  • Clippers · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.