Tue Apr 19, 2005 · 7:00 PM
Boston CelticsCeltics
111
away
Chemistry
Tense
Cleveland CavaliersCavs
133
home
Chemistry
Hot
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Boston CelticsCeltics | 24 | 26 | 32 | 29 | 111 |
| Cleveland CavaliersCavs | 28 | 40 | 37 | 28 | 133 |
After Action Report
In Cleveland, the Cavaliers ran roughshod over the Celtics 133-111. Cavaliers' offense had its way with the Celtics. The Cavaliers carried the confidence of a hot streak right into this one; the Cavaliers pushed the pace until the other side broke. The Cavaliers locker room is humming, and it showed. Early returns: the Cavaliers per-player utilization choices fit the identity tonight. Garbage time started early.
What tipped it
- 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.
- Celtics · Bouncing Back A winning team just got tripped up — expect a response.