Thu Jan 13, 2005 · 8:30 PM
Cleveland CavaliersCavs
112
away
Chemistry
Tense
Los Angeles LakersLakers
120
home
Chemistry
Hot
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cleveland CavaliersCavs | 27 | 25 | 29 | 31 | 112 |
| Los Angeles LakersLakers | 31 | 26 | 35 | 28 | 120 |
After Action Report
The Lakers edged the Cavaliers 120-112. Shots fell that probably shouldn't have, and the Lakers cashed in. Lakers' Rim Wreckers got loose for easy buckets in transition; Cavaliers' Run-and-Gun identity dictated the tempo. The Lakers locker room is humming, and it showed.
What tipped it
- Lakers · Rim Wreckers A trio of high-flyers run, dunk, and tilt the pace.
- Lakers · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.