Wed Dec 22, 2004 · 8:30 PM
Cleveland CavaliersCavs
124
away
Chemistry
Steady
New Jersey NetsNets
136
home
Chemistry
Hot
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cleveland CavaliersCavs | 31 | 33 | 20 | 40 | 124 |
| New Jersey NetsNets | 39 | 33 | 35 | 29 | 136 |
After Action Report
The Nets handled the Cavaliers 136-124. The Cavaliers had no answer for the variance gods tonight. The Nets owned the glass, generating extra possessions; you could feel the revenge motivation from the Nets. The Nets locker room is humming, and it showed. Nets' rotation plan looked deliberate, and the right guys made the most of their roles.
What tipped it
- Nets · Glass Eaters Crashing the boards generates extra possessions and second-chance buckets.
- Nets · Heartbreak A gutting last-second loss — revenge is on the menu.
- Nets · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.
- Cavaliers · Catching Fire Riding a 4+ game winning streak — confidence is high.