Sun Feb 13, 2005 · 4:30 PM
Los Angeles LakersLakers
102
away
Chemistry
Steady
Cleveland CavaliersCavs
96
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Chemistry
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Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Los Angeles LakersLakers | 15 | 24 | 31 | 32 | 102 |
| Cleveland CavaliersCavs | 20 | 24 | 25 | 27 | 96 |
After Action Report
The Lakers held off the Cavaliers 102-96. The better team simply showed up tonight. Fresh off a statement win, the Lakers stayed locked in; the Lakers bent the defense out of shape from deep.
What tipped it
- Cavaliers · Rim Wreckers A trio of high-flyers run, dunk, and tilt the pace.
- Cavaliers · Buzzsaw An 8+ game winning streak — they cannot be stopped (until the league catches up).
- Cavaliers · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.
- Lakers · Statement Win Last time out, a 20+ point beating sent a message.