Wed Dec 29, 2004 · 8:00 PM
Houston RocketsRockets
89
away
Chemistry
Tense
Cleveland CavaliersCavs
129
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Chemistry
Elite
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Houston RocketsRockets | 17 | 20 | 33 | 19 | 89 |
| Cleveland CavaliersCavs | 26 | 32 | 41 | 30 | 129 |
After Action Report
The Cavaliers blew the doors off the Rockets 129-89. Shots fell that probably shouldn't have, and the Cavaliers cashed in. The Cavaliers came in with something to prove after a loss; Cavaliers' Lockdown identity stifled the opposing offense. The Cavaliers locker room is humming, and it showed. Tonight's Rockets utilization choices clashed with the team identity. Never a doubt in this one.
What tipped it
- Cavaliers · Bouncing Back A winning team just got tripped up — expect a response.
- Cavaliers · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.