Wed Feb 23, 2005 · 8:00 PM
Chicago BullsBulls
114
away
Chemistry
Tense
Cleveland CavaliersCavs
145
home
Chemistry
Hot
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chicago BullsBulls | 27 | 28 | 22 | 37 | 114 |
| Cleveland CavaliersCavs | 33 | 31 | 38 | 43 | 145 |
After Action Report
The Cavaliers ran roughshod over the Bulls 145-114. Cavaliers controlled the tempo from tip to buzzer. The Cavaliers answered the bell with a bounce-back effort; Cavaliers' Run-and-Gun identity dictated the tempo. The Cavaliers locker room is humming, and it showed. Early returns: the Cavaliers per-player utilization choices fit the identity tonight. It broke open after the break.
What tipped it
- Cavaliers · Bouncing Back A winning team just got tripped up — expect a response.
- Cavaliers · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.