Thu Dec 9, 2004 · 8:30 PM
Boston CelticsCeltics
110
away
Chemistry
Steady
Portland Trail BlazersBlazers
105
home
Chemistry
Hot
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Boston CelticsCeltics | 23 | 28 | 29 | 30 | 110 |
| Portland Trail BlazersBlazers | 26 | 28 | 30 | 21 | 105 |
After Action Report
The Celtics survived the Trail Blazers 110-105. Every possession went the Celtics way. The Celtics ride keeps rolling — they're catching fire; the Trail Blazers carried the swagger of a recent blowout into this one. The Celtics bench chemistry carried them. Celtics' rotation plan looked deliberate, and the right guys made the most of their roles.
What tipped it
- Trail Blazers · Statement Win Last time out, a 20+ point beating sent a message.
- Trail Blazers · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.
- Celtics · Catching Fire Riding a 4+ game winning streak — confidence is high.
- Celtics · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.