Wed Dec 22, 2004 · 8:30 PM
Cleveland CavaliersCavs
86
away
Chemistry
Steady
New Jersey NetsNets
101
home
Chemistry
Hot
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cleveland CavaliersCavs | 22 | 19 | 23 | 22 | 86 |
| New Jersey NetsNets | 20 | 31 | 23 | 27 | 101 |
After Action Report
The Nets downed the Cavaliers 101-86. Nets torched the Cavaliers on the offensive end. You could feel the revenge motivation from the Nets; Nets' Lockdown identity stifled the opposing offense. Nets' rotation plan looked deliberate, and the right guys made the most of their roles.
What tipped it
- Nets · Heartbreak A gutting last-second loss — revenge is on the menu.
- Cavaliers · Statement Win Last time out, a 20+ point beating sent a message.
- Cavaliers · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.