Wed Dec 8, 2004 · 8:30 PM
Cleveland CavaliersCavs
95
away
Chemistry
Hot
Chicago BullsBulls
106
home
Chemistry
Steady
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cleveland CavaliersCavs | 20 | 20 | 27 | 28 | 95 |
| Chicago BullsBulls | 21 | 35 | 26 | 24 | 106 |
After Action Report
The Bulls handled the Cavaliers 106-95. Execution down the stretch made the difference. The Cavaliers owned the glass, generating extra possessions; the Cavaliers played with the chip of a recent gutting loss. Early returns: the Bulls per-player utilization choices fit the identity tonight.
What tipped it
- Cavaliers · Glass Eaters Crashing the boards generates extra possessions and second-chance buckets.
- Cavaliers · Heartbreak A gutting last-second loss — revenge is on the menu.
- Cavaliers · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.