Playoffs · Round 1 · Game 1
Cleveland CavaliersCavs
105
away
Charlotte BobcatsBobcats
109
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Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cleveland CavaliersCavs | 27 | 30 | 28 | 20 | 105 |
| Charlotte BobcatsBobcats | 29 | 23 | 32 | 25 | 109 |
After Action Report
In Charlotte, the Bobcats survived the Cavaliers 109-105. The Bobcats won despite a cold shooting night — grit beat polish. The Bobcats owned the glass, generating extra possessions; the Bobcats pushed the pace until the other side broke. Style points be damned.
What tipped it
- Bobcats · Glass Eaters Crashing the boards generates extra possessions and second-chance buckets.
- 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.