Lakers (
nathan) are the champions!
Tue Mar 22, 2005 · 8:00 PM
Detroit PistonsPistons
86
away
Chemistry
Steady
Cleveland CavaliersCavs
117
home
Chemistry
Tense
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Detroit PistonsPistons | 23 | 8 | 27 | 28 | 86 |
| Cleveland CavaliersCavs | 32 | 35 | 24 | 26 | 117 |
After Action Report
In Cleveland, the Cavaliers ran roughshod over the Pistons 117-86. Shots fell that probably shouldn't have, and the Cavaliers cashed in. The Pistons ride keeps rolling — they're catching fire; Pistons' veteran poise eliminated the costly mistakes. Never a doubt in this one.
What tipped it
- Cavaliers · Locker-Room Rift Tension in the locker room — poor ball movement and streaky play.
- Pistons · Catching Fire Riding a 4+ game winning streak — confidence is high.