Sun Mar 20, 2005 · 2:00 PM
Cleveland CavaliersCavs
121
away
Chemistry
Tense
Toronto RaptorsRaptors
95
home
Chemistry
Steady
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cleveland CavaliersCavs | 24 | 30 | 39 | 28 | 121 |
| Toronto RaptorsRaptors | 29 | 13 | 31 | 22 | 95 |
After Action Report
In a track meet, the Cavaliers rolled past the Raptors 121-95. Cavaliers controlled the tempo from tip to buzzer. The Cavaliers carried the confidence of a hot streak right into this one; Cavaliers' Run-and-Gun identity dictated the tempo. Early returns: the Cavaliers per-player utilization choices fit the identity tonight. It was over by halftime.
What tipped it
- Raptors · Rim Wreckers A trio of high-flyers run, dunk, and tilt the pace.
- Raptors · Glass Eaters Crashing the boards generates extra possessions and second-chance buckets.
- Raptors · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.
- Cavaliers · Catching Fire Riding a 4+ game winning streak — confidence is high.