Thu Dec 16, 2004 · 9:00 PM
Cleveland CavaliersCavs
102
away
Chemistry
Steady
Detroit PistonsPistons
101
home
Chemistry
Hot
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cleveland CavaliersCavs | 21 | 25 | 29 | 27 | 102 |
| Detroit PistonsPistons | 30 | 26 | 18 | 27 | 101 |
After Action Report
The Cavaliers survived the Pistons 102-101. Execution down the stretch made the difference. Fresh off a statement win, the Cavaliers stayed locked in; Cavaliers' outside barrage was a constant threat.
What tipped it
- Pistons · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.
- Cavaliers · Statement Win Last time out, a 20+ point beating sent a message.