Thu Jan 13, 2005 · 8:30 PM
Cleveland CavaliersCavs
115
away
Chemistry
Steady
Los Angeles LakersLakers
96
home
Chemistry
Steady
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cleveland CavaliersCavs | 35 | 34 | 19 | 27 | 115 |
| Los Angeles LakersLakers | 21 | 25 | 26 | 24 | 96 |
After Action Report
In Los Angeles, the Cavaliers downed the Lakers 115-96. Cavaliers controlled the tempo from tip to buzzer. Shots just aren't falling for the Lakers lately; Lakers' Run-and-Gun identity dictated the tempo. The Cavaliers bench chemistry carried them.
What tipped it
- Lakers · Ice Cold On a 4+ game losing streak — shots aren't falling.
- Cavaliers · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.