Thu Mar 24, 2005 · 8:30 PM
Cleveland CavaliersCavs
120
away
Chemistry
Steady
Houston RocketsRockets
121
home
Chemistry
Tense
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cleveland CavaliersCavs | 27 | 31 | 34 | 28 | 120 |
| Houston RocketsRockets | 23 | 33 | 32 | 33 | 121 |
After Action Report
The Rockets survived the Cavaliers 121-120. The tempo dragged the Cavaliers into a rhythm they couldn't survive. Rockets' Run-and-Gun identity dictated the tempo; the Cavaliers couldn't shake the cold spell. Rockets' rotation plan looked deliberate, and the right guys made the most of their roles.
What tipped it
- Cavaliers · Ice Cold On a 4+ game losing streak — shots aren't falling.