Tue Feb 8, 2005 · 8:00 PM
Toronto RaptorsRaptors
119
away
Chemistry
Steady
Cleveland CavaliersCavs
126
home
Chemistry
Steady
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Toronto RaptorsRaptors | 29 | 30 | 30 | 30 | 119 |
| Cleveland CavaliersCavs | 26 | 27 | 35 | 38 | 126 |
After Action Report
The Cavaliers fended off the Raptors 126-119. Cavaliers controlled the tempo from tip to buzzer. Cavaliers' Rim Wreckers got loose for easy buckets in transition; second-chance points piled up for the Cavaliers. Early returns: the Cavaliers per-player utilization choices fit the identity tonight.
What tipped it
- Cavaliers · Rim Wreckers A trio of high-flyers run, dunk, and tilt the pace.
- Cavaliers · Glass Eaters Crashing the boards generates extra possessions and second-chance buckets.
- Cavaliers · Statement Win Last time out, a 20+ point beating sent a message.