Wed Mar 2, 2005 · 8:00 PM
Seattle SuperSonicsSonics
96
away
Chemistry
Tense
Cleveland CavaliersCavs
95
home
Chemistry
Steady
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Seattle SuperSonicsSonics | 31 | 23 | 19 | 23 | 96 |
| Cleveland CavaliersCavs | 31 | 22 | 25 | 17 | 95 |
After Action Report
The SuperSonics squeaked past the Cavaliers 96-95. The Cavaliers couldn't capitalize even when shots wouldn't fall for the SuperSonics. The SuperSonics owned the glass, generating extra possessions. Whispers of a Cavaliers locker-room rift aren't helping. Early returns: the SuperSonics per-player utilization choices fit the identity tonight. Survive-and-advance type win.
What tipped it
- Cavaliers · Locker-Room Rift Tension in the locker room — poor ball movement and streaky play.
- SuperSonics · Glass Eaters Crashing the boards generates extra possessions and second-chance buckets.