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Fri Mar 18, 2005 · 8:30 PM
Philadelphia 76ers76ers
114
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Chemistry Hot
Cleveland CavaliersCavs
103
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Chemistry Hot

Box Score

TEAM Q1 Q2 Q3 Q4 FINAL
Philadelphia 76ers76ers 30 23 34 27 114
Cleveland CavaliersCavs 25 26 27 25 103

After Action Report

The 76ers handled the Cavaliers 114-103. The Cavaliers had no answer for the variance gods tonight. 76ers' Lockdown identity stifled the opposing offense; Cavaliers' Rim Wreckers got loose for easy buckets in transition. The 76ers bench chemistry carried them. 76ers' rotation plan looked deliberate, and the right guys made the most of their roles.

What tipped it

  • Cavaliers · Rim Wreckers A trio of high-flyers run, dunk, and tilt the pace.
  • Cavaliers · Catching Fire Riding a 4+ game winning streak — confidence is high.
  • Cavaliers · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.
  • 76ers · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.