Sun Mar 20, 2005 · 2:00 PM
Cleveland CavaliersCavs
94
away
Chemistry
Tense
Toronto RaptorsRaptors
102
home
Chemistry
Hot
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cleveland CavaliersCavs | 24 | 21 | 24 | 25 | 94 |
| Toronto RaptorsRaptors | 30 | 22 | 27 | 23 | 102 |
After Action Report
The Raptors edged the Cavaliers 102-94. The Cavaliers couldn't capitalize even when shots wouldn't fall for the Raptors. The Raptors owned the glass, generating extra possessions; Cavaliers' Lockdown identity stifled the opposing offense. Early returns: the Raptors per-player utilization choices fit the identity tonight. Style points be damned.
What tipped it
- Raptors · Glass Eaters Crashing the boards generates extra possessions and second-chance buckets.
- Cavaliers · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.
