Celtics (
nathan) are the champions!
Sun Feb 27, 2005 · 2:00 PM
Cleveland CavaliersCavs
99
away
Chemistry
Tense
New Jersey NetsNets
119
home
Chemistry
Steady
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cleveland CavaliersCavs | 25 | 23 | 27 | 24 | 99 |
| New Jersey NetsNets | 28 | 31 | 32 | 28 | 119 |
After Action Report
The Nets ran roughshod over the Cavaliers 119-99. The Cavaliers had no answer for the variance gods tonight. The Cavaliers answered the bell with a bounce-back effort; Cavaliers' outside barrage was a constant threat. The Nets locker room is humming, and it showed. Early returns: the Nets per-player utilization choices fit the identity tonight. Garbage time started early.
What tipped it
- Nets · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.
- Cavaliers · Bouncing Back A winning team just got tripped up — expect a response.