Sat Feb 5, 2005 · 8:30 PM
Orlando MagicMagic
89
away
Chemistry
Hot
Cleveland CavaliersCavs
102
home
Chemistry
Cold
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Orlando MagicMagic | 20 | 30 | 22 | 17 | 89 |
| Cleveland CavaliersCavs | 30 | 36 | 18 | 18 | 102 |
After Action Report
In Cleveland, the Cavaliers handled the Magic 102-89. The better team simply showed up tonight. The Cavaliers played with the chip of a recent gutting loss; the Cavaliers pushed the pace until the other side broke.
What tipped it
- Cavaliers · Heartbreak A gutting last-second loss — revenge is on the menu.
- Magic · Glass Eaters Crashing the boards generates extra possessions and second-chance buckets.
- Magic · Catching Fire Riding a 4+ game winning streak — confidence is high.
- Magic · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.