Thu Jan 13, 2005 · 8:30 PM
Cleveland CavaliersCavs
120
away
Chemistry
Steady
Los Angeles LakersLakers
105
home
Chemistry
Steady
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cleveland CavaliersCavs | 29 | 27 | 31 | 33 | 120 |
| Los Angeles LakersLakers | 24 | 30 | 28 | 23 | 105 |
After Action Report
In Los Angeles, the Cavaliers took care of the Lakers 120-105. The tempo dragged the Lakers into a rhythm they couldn't survive. The Cavaliers came in with something to prove after a loss; the Lakers owned the glass, generating extra possessions.
What tipped it
- Lakers · Glass Eaters Crashing the boards generates extra possessions and second-chance buckets.
- Cavaliers · Bouncing Back A winning team just got tripped up — expect a response.