Mon Jan 24, 2005 · 8:00 PM
Washington WizardsWizards
119
away
Chemistry
Steady
Cleveland CavaliersCavs
93
home
Chemistry
Cold
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Washington WizardsWizards | 39 | 29 | 23 | 28 | 119 |
| Cleveland CavaliersCavs | 19 | 26 | 24 | 24 | 93 |
After Action Report
The Wizards ran roughshod over the Cavaliers 119-93. Wizards torched the Cavaliers on the offensive end. The Wizards came in with something to prove after a loss; the Cavaliers couldn't shake the cold spell. The Wizards bench chemistry carried them. Early returns: the Wizards per-player utilization choices fit the identity tonight. Never a doubt in this one.
What tipped it
- Cavaliers · Ice Cold On a 4+ game losing streak — shots aren't falling.
- Cavaliers · Locker-Room Rift Tension in the locker room — poor ball movement and streaky play.
- Wizards · Bouncing Back A winning team just got tripped up — expect a response.
- Wizards · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.
