Wed Apr 6, 2005 · 6:00 PM
Cleveland CavaliersCavs
97
away
Chemistry
Cold
Indiana PacersPacers
117
home
Chemistry
Steady
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cleveland CavaliersCavs | 21 | 35 | 23 | 18 | 97 |
| Indiana PacersPacers | 28 | 30 | 27 | 32 | 117 |
After Action Report
The Pacers ran roughshod over the Cavaliers 117-97. Pacers' starting five clicked while the Cavaliers looked disjointed. The Pacers pushed the pace until the other side broke; the Cavaliers came in with something to prove after a loss. The Cavaliers looked disjointed — chemistry issues linger. Tonight's Cavaliers utilization choices clashed with the team identity. It broke open after the break.
What tipped it
- Cavaliers · Bouncing Back A winning team just got tripped up — expect a response.
- Cavaliers · Locker-Room Rift Tension in the locker room — poor ball movement and streaky play.