Tue Mar 8, 2005 · 8:00 PM
Orlando MagicMagic
103
away
Chemistry
Hot
Cleveland CavaliersCavs
116
home
Chemistry
Hot
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Orlando MagicMagic | 30 | 26 | 24 | 23 | 103 |
| Cleveland CavaliersCavs | 27 | 33 | 31 | 25 | 116 |
After Action Report
In Cleveland, the Cavaliers pulled away from the Magic 116-103. Shots fell that probably shouldn't have, and the Cavaliers cashed in. Second-chance points piled up for the Cavaliers; shots just aren't falling for the Cavaliers lately. Early returns: the Cavaliers 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 · Ice Cold On a 4+ game losing streak — shots aren't falling.
- Magic · Heartbreak A gutting last-second loss — revenge is on the menu.
- Magic · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.