Mon Jan 24, 2005 · 8:00 PM
Washington WizardsWizards
129
away
Chemistry
Hot
Cleveland CavaliersCavs
115
home
Chemistry
Tense
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Washington WizardsWizards | 33 | 32 | 26 | 38 | 129 |
| Cleveland CavaliersCavs | 30 | 27 | 26 | 32 | 115 |
After Action Report
In Cleveland, the Wizards outlasted the Cavaliers 129-115. The Wizards got every break — every loose ball, every bounce. Wizards' Lockdown identity stifled the opposing offense; Cavaliers' Rim Wreckers got loose for easy buckets in transition. The Wizards bench chemistry carried them. Tonight's Cavaliers utilization choices clashed with the team identity.
What tipped it
- Cavaliers · Rim Wreckers A trio of high-flyers run, dunk, and tilt the pace.
- Cavaliers · Bouncing Back A winning team just got tripped up — expect a response.
- Wizards · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.