Wed Mar 2, 2005 · 8:00 PM
Seattle SuperSonicsSonics
119
away
Chemistry
Hot
Cleveland CavaliersCavs
115
home
Chemistry
Steady
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Seattle SuperSonicsSonics | 35 | 28 | 23 | 33 | 119 |
| Cleveland CavaliersCavs | 23 | 32 | 25 | 35 | 115 |
After Action Report
In Cleveland, the SuperSonics survived the Cavaliers 119-115. Shots fell that probably shouldn't have, and the SuperSonics cashed in. The SuperSonics played with the chip of a recent gutting loss; you could feel the revenge motivation from the Cavaliers. The SuperSonics bench chemistry carried them. Early returns: the SuperSonics per-player utilization choices fit the identity tonight.
What tipped it
- Cavaliers · Heartbreak A gutting last-second loss — revenge is on the menu.
- SuperSonics · Heartbreak A gutting last-second loss — revenge is on the menu.
- SuperSonics · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.