Mon Jan 24, 2005 · 8:00 PM
Washington WizardsWizards
123
away
Chemistry
Steady
Cleveland CavaliersCavs
128
home
Chemistry
Tense
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Washington WizardsWizards | 31 | 33 | 35 | 24 | 123 |
| Cleveland CavaliersCavs | 26 | 34 | 36 | 32 | 128 |
After Action Report
The Cavaliers squeaked past the Wizards 128-123. Shots fell that probably shouldn't have, and the Cavaliers cashed in. Second-chance points piled up for the Cavaliers; the Wizards owned the glass, generating extra possessions. Early returns: the Cavaliers per-player utilization choices fit the identity tonight.
What tipped it
- Cavaliers · Glass Eaters Crashing the boards generates extra possessions and second-chance buckets.
- Wizards · Glass Eaters Crashing the boards generates extra possessions and second-chance buckets.
- Wizards · Catching Fire Riding a 4+ game winning streak — confidence is high.
- Wizards · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.