Sun Oct 24, 2004 · 7:30 PM
· Preseason
Cleveland CavaliersCavs
69
away
Chemistry
Tense
Boston CelticsCeltics
133
home
Chemistry
Steady
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cleveland CavaliersCavs | 19 | 15 | 19 | 16 | 69 |
| Boston CelticsCeltics | 31 | 32 | 39 | 31 | 133 |
After Action Report
The Celtics ran roughshod over the Cavaliers 133-69. The Cavaliers had no answer for the variance gods tonight. Celtics' Rim Wreckers got loose for easy buckets in transition; Celtics' old heads steadied the ship in the swings. Tonight's Cavaliers utilization choices clashed with the team identity. Never a doubt in this one.
What tipped it
- Celtics · 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.