Sun Dec 26, 2004 · 8:00 PM
New Orleans HornetsHornets
101
away
Chemistry
Steady
Cleveland CavaliersCavs
109
home
Chemistry
Tense
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| New Orleans HornetsHornets | 32 | 27 | 18 | 24 | 101 |
| Cleveland CavaliersCavs | 21 | 27 | 32 | 29 | 109 |
After Action Report
In Cleveland, the Cavaliers edged the Hornets 109-101. Shots fell that probably shouldn't have, and the Cavaliers cashed in. The Cavaliers came in with something to prove after a loss; Cavaliers' veteran poise eliminated the costly mistakes.
What tipped it
- Cavaliers · Bouncing Back A winning team just got tripped up — expect a response.
- Cavaliers · Locker-Room Rift Tension in the locker room — poor ball movement and streaky play.
- Hornets · Glass Eaters Crashing the boards generates extra possessions and second-chance buckets.
