Thu Jan 20, 2005 · 8:30 PM
Cleveland CavaliersCavs
116
away
Chemistry
Steady
Sacramento KingsKings
110
home
Chemistry
Tense
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cleveland CavaliersCavs | 29 | 28 | 27 | 32 | 116 |
| Sacramento KingsKings | 27 | 27 | 30 | 26 | 110 |
After Action Report
The Cavaliers fended off the Kings 116-110. The Cavaliers got every break — every loose ball, every bounce. The Cavaliers came in with something to prove after a loss; the Cavaliers bent the defense out of shape from deep. Early returns: the Cavaliers per-player utilization choices fit the identity tonight.
What tipped it
- Kings · Glass Eaters Crashing the boards generates extra possessions and second-chance buckets.
- Kings · Catching Fire Riding a 4+ game winning streak — confidence is high.
- Kings · 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.