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Sun Jan 16, 2005 · 7:00 PM
Cleveland CavaliersCavs
138
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Chemistry Tense
Seattle SuperSonicsSonics
135
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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.