Sun Jan 16, 2005 · 7:00 PM
Cleveland CavaliersCavs
138
away
Chemistry
Tense
Seattle SuperSonicsSonics
135
home
Chemistry
Tense
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cleveland CavaliersCavs | 31 | 40 | 34 | 33 | 138 |
| Seattle SuperSonicsSonics | 37 | 32 | 38 | 28 | 135 |
After Action Report
In Seattle, the Cavaliers snuck past the SuperSonics 138-135. The SuperSonics had no answer for the variance gods tonight. The Cavaliers came in with something to prove after a loss; Cavaliers' Run-and-Gun identity dictated the tempo. Early returns: the Cavaliers per-player utilization choices fit the identity tonight.
What tipped it
- SuperSonics · Statement Win Last time out, a 20+ point beating sent a message.
- SuperSonics · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.
- Cavaliers · Bouncing Back A winning team just got tripped up — expect a response.