Tue Apr 5, 2005 · 7:00 PM
New Jersey NetsNets
81
away
Chemistry
Hot
Cleveland CavaliersCavs
87
home
Chemistry
Steady
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| New Jersey NetsNets | 24 | 20 | 18 | 19 | 81 |
| Cleveland CavaliersCavs | 18 | 25 | 16 | 28 | 87 |
After Action Report
The Cavaliers outlasted the Nets 87-81. The Cavaliers won despite a cold shooting night — grit beat polish. Cavaliers' outside barrage was a constant threat; the Nets carried the confidence of a hot streak right into this one. Style points be damned.
What tipped it
- Nets · Catching Fire Riding a 4+ game winning streak — confidence is high.
- Nets · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.