Sun Jan 16, 2005 · 7:00 PM
Cleveland CavaliersCavs
97
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Seattle SuperSonicsSonics
126
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Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cleveland CavaliersCavs | 31 | 20 | 19 | 27 | 97 |
| Seattle SuperSonicsSonics | 35 | 22 | 25 | 44 | 126 |
After Action Report
In Seattle, the SuperSonics ran roughshod over the Cavaliers 126-97. The Cavaliers had no answer for the variance gods tonight. Second-chance points piled up for the SuperSonics; the SuperSonics came in with something to prove after a loss. The SuperSonics locker room is humming, and it showed. Early returns: the SuperSonics per-player utilization choices fit the identity tonight. It broke open after the break.
What tipped it
- SuperSonics · Glass Eaters Crashing the boards generates extra possessions and second-chance buckets.
- SuperSonics · Bouncing Back A winning team just got tripped up — expect a response.
- SuperSonics · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.
- Cavaliers · Rim Wreckers A trio of high-flyers run, dunk, and tilt the pace.
- 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.