Mon Jan 24, 2005 · 8:00 PM
Washington WizardsWizards
81
away
Chemistry
Steady
Cleveland CavaliersCavs
93
home
Chemistry
Hot
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Washington WizardsWizards | 10 | 22 | 23 | 26 | 81 |
| Cleveland CavaliersCavs | 20 | 28 | 26 | 19 | 93 |
After Action Report
The Cavaliers took care of the Wizards 93-81. The Cavaliers won despite a cold shooting night — grit beat polish. The Cavaliers carried the swagger of a recent blowout into this one; Cavaliers' outside barrage was a constant threat. The Cavaliers locker room is humming, and it showed. Tonight's Wizards utilization choices clashed with the team identity. Ugly, but it counts the same in the standings.
What tipped it
- Cavaliers · Statement Win Last time out, a 20+ point beating sent a message.
- Cavaliers · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.
- Wizards · Rim Wreckers A trio of high-flyers run, dunk, and tilt the pace.