Tue Feb 8, 2005 · 8:00 PM
Toronto RaptorsRaptors
97
away
Chemistry
Steady
Cleveland CavaliersCavs
104
home
Chemistry
Steady
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Toronto RaptorsRaptors | 25 | 22 | 26 | 24 | 97 |
| Cleveland CavaliersCavs | 29 | 21 | 23 | 31 | 104 |
After Action Report
The Cavaliers fended off the Raptors 104-97. Execution down the stretch made the difference. The Cavaliers owned the glass, generating extra possessions; the Raptors came in with something to prove after a loss. Style points be damned.
What tipped it
- Cavaliers · Glass Eaters Crashing the boards generates extra possessions and second-chance buckets.
- Raptors · Bouncing Back A winning team just got tripped up — expect a response.