Sat Dec 4, 2004 · 8:30 PM
Toronto RaptorsRaptors
112
away
Chemistry
Hot
Cleveland CavaliersCavs
96
home
Chemistry
Steady
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Toronto RaptorsRaptors | 31 | 28 | 22 | 31 | 112 |
| Cleveland CavaliersCavs | 21 | 24 | 22 | 29 | 96 |
After Action Report
The Raptors handled the Cavaliers 112-96. The breakneck pace played right into Raptors' hands. The Raptors owned the glass, generating extra possessions; Raptors' Run-and-Gun identity dictated the tempo. The Raptors bench chemistry carried them. Tonight's Cavaliers utilization choices clashed with the team identity. Survive-and-advance type win.
What tipped it
- Cavaliers · Ice Cold On a 4+ game losing streak — shots aren't falling.
- Cavaliers · Locker-Room Rift Tension in the locker room — poor ball movement and streaky play.
- Raptors · Glass Eaters Crashing the boards generates extra possessions and second-chance buckets.
- Raptors · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.