Tue Apr 5, 2005 · 7:00 PM
New Jersey NetsNets
129
away
Chemistry
Hot
Cleveland CavaliersCavs
122
home
Chemistry
Hot
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| New Jersey NetsNets | 25 | 34 | 35 | 35 | 129 |
| Cleveland CavaliersCavs | 36 | 25 | 32 | 29 | 122 |
After Action Report
The Nets edged the Cavaliers 129-122. The Cavaliers had no answer for the variance gods tonight. The Nets answered the bell with a bounce-back effort; you could feel the revenge motivation from the Cavaliers. Early returns: the Nets per-player utilization choices fit the identity tonight.
What tipped it
- Cavaliers · Heartbreak A gutting last-second loss — revenge is on the menu.
- Cavaliers · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.
- Nets · Bouncing Back A winning team just got tripped up — expect a response.