Playoffs · Round 2 · Game 3
Cleveland CavaliersCavs
102
away
Washington WizardsWizards
91
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Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cleveland CavaliersCavs | 29 | 20 | 30 | 23 | 102 |
| Washington WizardsWizards | 30 | 15 | 18 | 28 | 91 |
After Action Report
In Washington, the Cavaliers stunned the Wizards 102-91. The Cavaliers won despite a cold shooting night — grit beat polish. The Cavaliers bent the defense out of shape from deep; second-chance points piled up for the Wizards. The Cavaliers bench chemistry carried them. Cavaliers' rotation plan looked deliberate, and the right guys made the most of their roles. Add it to the list of nights the favorite forgot to show up.
What tipped it
- Wizards · Glass Eaters Crashing the boards generates extra possessions and second-chance buckets.
- Wizards · Block Party Multiple shot-blockers turn the paint into a no-fly zone.
- Wizards · Superstar Stack Two or more 90-overall stars bend games to their will on both ends.
- 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.
- Cavaliers · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.