Sun Feb 13, 2005 · 4:30 PM
Los Angeles LakersLakers
62
away
Chemistry
Steady
Cleveland CavaliersCavs
119
home
Chemistry
Elite
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Los Angeles LakersLakers | 17 | 20 | 12 | 13 | 62 |
| Cleveland CavaliersCavs | 26 | 28 | 27 | 38 | 119 |
After Action Report
The Cavaliers ran roughshod over the Lakers 119-62. Cavaliers' offense had its way with the Lakers. The Cavaliers answered the bell with a bounce-back effort; Cavaliers' Lockdown identity stifled the opposing offense. The Cavaliers locker room is humming, and it showed. Tonight's Lakers utilization choices clashed with the team identity. Never a doubt in this one.
What tipped it
- Cavaliers · Bouncing Back A winning team just got tripped up — expect a response.
- Cavaliers · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.
- Lakers · Statement Win Last time out, a 20+ point beating sent a message.
- Lakers · Locker-Room Rift Tension in the locker room — poor ball movement and streaky play.