Thu Apr 14, 2005 · 8:00 PM
New York KnicksKnicks
121
away
Chemistry
Tense
Cleveland CavaliersCavs
130
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Chemistry
Hot
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| New York KnicksKnicks | 31 | 33 | 28 | 29 | 121 |
| Cleveland CavaliersCavs | 35 | 33 | 31 | 31 | 130 |
After Action Report
The Cavaliers held off the Knicks 130-121. Shots fell that probably shouldn't have, and the Cavaliers cashed in. The Cavaliers owned the glass, generating extra possessions; the Cavaliers came in with something to prove after a loss. The Cavaliers locker room is humming, and it showed.
What tipped it
- Cavaliers · Glass Eaters Crashing the boards generates extra possessions and second-chance buckets.
- 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.