Sat Feb 5, 2005 · 8:30 PM
Orlando MagicMagic
115
away
Chemistry
Hot
Cleveland CavaliersCavs
118
home
Chemistry
Tense
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Orlando MagicMagic | 33 | 25 | 22 | 35 | 115 |
| Cleveland CavaliersCavs | 25 | 25 | 28 | 40 | 118 |
After Action Report
In Cleveland, the Cavaliers survived the Magic 118-115. The tempo dragged the Magic into a rhythm they couldn't survive. The Cavaliers came in with something to prove after a loss; Cavaliers' Run-and-Gun identity dictated the tempo. Early returns: the Cavaliers per-player utilization choices fit the identity tonight.
What tipped it
- Cavaliers · Bouncing Back A winning team just got tripped up — expect a response.
- Magic · Glass Eaters Crashing the boards generates extra possessions and second-chance buckets.
- Magic · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.