Fri Nov 26, 2004 · 8:30 PM
Cleveland CavaliersCavs
133
away
Chemistry
Elite
Boston CelticsCeltics
127
home
Chemistry
Steady
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cleveland CavaliersCavs | 29 | 32 | 43 | 29 | 133 |
| Boston CelticsCeltics | 36 | 30 | 32 | 29 | 127 |
After Action Report
The Cavaliers held off the Celtics 133-127. Shots fell that probably shouldn't have, and the Cavaliers cashed in. The Cavaliers owned the glass, generating extra possessions; Cavaliers' Lockdown identity stifled the opposing offense.
What tipped it
- Celtics · Rim Wreckers A trio of high-flyers run, dunk, and tilt the pace.
- Celtics · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.
- Cavaliers · Glass Eaters Crashing the boards generates extra possessions and second-chance buckets.