Thu Feb 3, 2005 · 9:00 PM
Cleveland CavaliersCavs
86
away
Chemistry
Tense
Miami HeatHeat
125
home
Chemistry
Steady
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cleveland CavaliersCavs | 20 | 26 | 23 | 17 | 86 |
| Miami HeatHeat | 27 | 30 | 37 | 31 | 125 |
After Action Report
The Heat ran roughshod over the Cavaliers 125-86. Heat's scorers couldn't be contained. The Heat came in with something to prove after a loss; you could feel the revenge motivation from the Cavaliers. Heat's rotation plan looked deliberate, and the right guys made the most of their roles. It was over by halftime.
What tipped it
- Heat · Bouncing Back A winning team just got tripped up — expect a response.
- Cavaliers · Heartbreak A gutting last-second loss — revenge is on the menu.
- Cavaliers · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.