Mon Mar 7, 2005 · 8:00 PM
Portland Trail BlazersBlazers
105
away
Chemistry
Tense
Denver NuggetsNuggets
126
home
Chemistry
Steady
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Portland Trail BlazersBlazers | 24 | 28 | 26 | 27 | 105 |
| Denver NuggetsNuggets | 29 | 30 | 32 | 35 | 126 |
After Action Report
The Nuggets ran roughshod over the Trail Blazers 126-105. The Nuggets got every break — every loose ball, every bounce. The Nuggets came in with something to prove after a loss; the Trail Blazers pushed the pace until the other side broke. Tonight's Trail Blazers utilization choices clashed with the team identity. It broke open after the break.
What tipped it
- Nuggets · Bouncing Back A winning team just got tripped up — expect a response.
- Trail Blazers · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.