Fri Apr 8, 2005 · 7:00 PM
Cleveland CavaliersCavs
116
away
Chemistry
Steady
Philadelphia 76ers76ers
98
home
Chemistry
Steady
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cleveland CavaliersCavs | 31 | 25 | 30 | 30 | 116 |
| Philadelphia 76ers76ers | 22 | 24 | 25 | 27 | 98 |
After Action Report
The Cavaliers pulled away from the 76ers 116-98. The better team simply showed up tonight. The Cavaliers answered the bell with a bounce-back effort; Cavaliers' outside barrage was a constant threat. Early returns: the Cavaliers per-player utilization choices fit the identity tonight.
What tipped it
- 76ers · Rim Wreckers A trio of high-flyers run, dunk, and tilt the pace.
- 76ers · Glass Eaters Crashing the boards generates extra possessions and second-chance buckets.
- 76ers · Catching Fire Riding a 4+ game winning streak — confidence is high.
- Cavaliers · Bouncing Back A winning team just got tripped up — expect a response.