Sat Dec 4, 2004 · 8:30 PM
Toronto RaptorsRaptors
120
away
Chemistry
Hot
Cleveland CavaliersCavs
134
home
Chemistry
Steady
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Toronto RaptorsRaptors | 25 | 32 | 34 | 29 | 120 |
| Cleveland CavaliersCavs | 34 | 36 | 29 | 35 | 134 |
After Action Report
The Cavaliers handled the Raptors 134-120. The breakneck pace played right into Cavaliers' hands. The Cavaliers owned the glass, generating extra possessions; the Cavaliers answered the bell with a bounce-back effort. Cavaliers' rotation plan looked deliberate, and the right guys made the most of their roles.
What tipped it
- Cavaliers · Glass Eaters Crashing the boards generates extra possessions and second-chance buckets.
- Cavaliers · Bouncing Back A winning team just got tripped up — expect a response.
- Raptors · Rim Wreckers A trio of high-flyers run, dunk, and tilt the pace.