Thu Mar 24, 2005 · 8:30 PM
Cleveland CavaliersCavs
119
away
Chemistry
Steady
Houston RocketsRockets
87
home
Chemistry
Tense
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cleveland CavaliersCavs | 35 | 32 | 26 | 26 | 119 |
| Houston RocketsRockets | 20 | 21 | 19 | 27 | 87 |
After Action Report
The Cavaliers rolled past the Rockets 119-87. Shots fell that probably shouldn't have, and the Cavaliers cashed in. The Cavaliers pushed the pace until the other side broke; the Rockets owned the glass, generating extra possessions. Never a doubt in this one.
What tipped it
- Rockets · Glass Eaters Crashing the boards generates extra possessions and second-chance buckets.
- Rockets · Bouncing Back A winning team just got tripped up — expect a response.
- Rockets · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.