Thu Jan 13, 2005 · 8:30 PM
Cleveland CavaliersCavs
86
away
Chemistry
Elite
Los Angeles LakersLakers
87
home
Chemistry
Steady
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cleveland CavaliersCavs | 14 | 28 | 24 | 20 | 86 |
| Los Angeles LakersLakers | 22 | 13 | 29 | 23 | 87 |
After Action Report
In a track meet, the Lakers squeaked past the Cavaliers 87-86. Lakers' offense had its way with the Cavaliers. Shots just aren't falling for the Lakers lately; Lakers' veteran poise eliminated the costly mistakes. Style points be damned.
What tipped it
- Lakers · Ice Cold On a 4+ game losing streak — shots aren't falling.
- Cavaliers · Catching Fire Riding a 4+ game winning streak — confidence is high.
- Cavaliers · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.