Playoffs · Round 1 · Game 3
Charlotte BobcatsBobcats
135
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Cleveland CavaliersCavs
109
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Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Charlotte BobcatsBobcats | 30 | 29 | 33 | 43 | 135 |
| Cleveland CavaliersCavs | 23 | 25 | 28 | 33 | 109 |
After Action Report
In Cleveland, the Bobcats demolished the Cavaliers 135-109. The tempo dragged the Cavaliers into a rhythm they couldn't survive. The Bobcats owned the glass, generating extra possessions; Bobcats' Run-and-Gun identity dictated the tempo. Never a doubt in this one.
What tipped it
- 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.
- Bobcats · Glass Eaters Crashing the boards generates extra possessions and second-chance buckets.