Tue Jan 11, 2005 · 8:00 PM
Charlotte BobcatsBobcats
81
away
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Cleveland CavaliersCavs
90
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Chemistry
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Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Charlotte BobcatsBobcats | 22 | 20 | 21 | 18 | 81 |
| Cleveland CavaliersCavs | 27 | 17 | 17 | 29 | 90 |
After Action Report
The Cavaliers edged the Bobcats 90-81. The Bobcats couldn't capitalize even when shots wouldn't fall for the Cavaliers. The Cavaliers carried the swagger of a recent blowout into this one; Cavaliers' defenders refused to give up clean looks. The Cavaliers locker room is humming, and it showed. Early returns: the Cavaliers per-player utilization choices fit the identity tonight. Survive-and-advance type win.
What tipped it
- Cavaliers · Statement Win Last time out, a 20+ point beating sent a message.
- Cavaliers · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.
- Bobcats · Heartbreak A gutting last-second loss — revenge is on the menu.