Sun Jan 16, 2005 · 7:00 PM
Cleveland CavaliersCavs
98
away
Chemistry
Steady
Seattle SuperSonicsSonics
100
home
Chemistry
Tense
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cleveland CavaliersCavs | 25 | 25 | 19 | 29 | 98 |
| Seattle SuperSonicsSonics | 24 | 30 | 28 | 18 | 100 |
After Action Report
The SuperSonics squeaked past the Cavaliers 100-98. The Cavaliers couldn't capitalize even when shots wouldn't fall for the SuperSonics. The SuperSonics carried the swagger of a recent blowout into this one; SuperSonics' veteran poise eliminated the costly mistakes. Survive-and-advance type win.
What tipped it
- SuperSonics · Statement Win Last time out, a 20+ point beating sent a message.
- Cavaliers · Glass Eaters Crashing the boards generates extra possessions and second-chance buckets.
- Cavaliers · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.