Sun Feb 13, 2005 · 4:30 PM
Los Angeles LakersLakers
100
away
Chemistry
Steady
Cleveland CavaliersCavs
111
home
Chemistry
Tense
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Los Angeles LakersLakers | 26 | 24 | 33 | 17 | 100 |
| Cleveland CavaliersCavs | 24 | 37 | 26 | 24 | 111 |
After Action Report
In a track meet, the Cavaliers took care of the Lakers 111-100. The Cavaliers won despite a cold shooting night — grit beat polish. You could feel the revenge motivation from the Cavaliers; the Cavaliers pushed the pace until the other side broke. Early returns: the Cavaliers per-player utilization choices fit the identity tonight. Style points be damned.
What tipped it
- Cavaliers · Heartbreak A gutting last-second loss — revenge is on the menu.
- Lakers · Statement Win Last time out, a 20+ point beating sent a message.