Sat Nov 13, 2004 · 2:00 PM
Washington WizardsWizards
76
away
Chemistry
Hot
Cleveland CavaliersCavs
97
home
Chemistry
Tense
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Washington WizardsWizards | 13 | 15 | 26 | 22 | 76 |
| Cleveland CavaliersCavs | 15 | 24 | 28 | 30 | 97 |
After Action Report
The Cavaliers ran roughshod over the Wizards 97-76. The Cavaliers won despite a cold shooting night — grit beat polish. The Cavaliers owned the glass, generating extra possessions; Cavaliers' outside barrage was a constant threat. Early returns: the Cavaliers per-player utilization choices fit the identity tonight. It was over by halftime.
What tipped it
- Cavaliers · Glass Eaters Crashing the boards generates extra possessions and second-chance buckets.
- Wizards · Statement Win Last time out, a 20+ point beating sent a message.
- Wizards · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.