Sat Jan 1, 2005 · 8:00 PM
Golden State WarriorsWarriors
120
away
Chemistry
Steady
Portland Trail BlazersBlazers
109
home
Chemistry
Steady
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Golden State WarriorsWarriors | 24 | 36 | 31 | 29 | 120 |
| Portland Trail BlazersBlazers | 27 | 30 | 24 | 28 | 109 |
After Action Report
The Warriors took care of the Trail Blazers 120-109. The Warriors got every break — every loose ball, every bounce. Warriors' veteran poise eliminated the costly mistakes; the Trail Blazers came in with something to prove after a loss. The Warriors bench chemistry carried them. Warriors' rotation plan looked deliberate, and the right guys made the most of their roles.
What tipped it
- Trail Blazers · Bouncing Back A winning team just got tripped up — expect a response.
- Warriors · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.