Playoffs · Round 1 · Game 5
Cleveland CavaliersCavs
105
away
Detroit PistonsPistons
92
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Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cleveland CavaliersCavs | 25 | 29 | 23 | 28 | 105 |
| Detroit PistonsPistons | 17 | 23 | 28 | 24 | 92 |
After Action Report
The Cavaliers downed the Pistons 105-92. The better team simply showed up tonight. The Cavaliers answered the bell with a bounce-back effort; Cavaliers' defenders refused to give up clean looks. Cavaliers' rotation plan looked deliberate, and the right guys made the most of their roles.
What tipped it
- Pistons · Rim Wreckers A trio of high-flyers run, dunk, and tilt the pace.
- Pistons · Statement Win Last time out, a 20+ point beating sent a message.
- Pistons · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.
- Cavaliers · Bouncing Back A winning team just got tripped up — expect a response.