Thu Jan 13, 2005 · 8:30 PM
Cleveland CavaliersCavs
103
away
Chemistry
Hot
Los Angeles LakersLakers
116
home
Chemistry
Tense
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cleveland CavaliersCavs | 26 | 21 | 25 | 31 | 103 |
| Los Angeles LakersLakers | 30 | 30 | 14 | 42 | 116 |
After Action Report
The Lakers handled the Cavaliers 116-103. Shots fell that probably shouldn't have, and the Lakers cashed in. Lakers' old heads steadied the ship in the swings; the Cavaliers carried the confidence of a hot streak right into this one.
What tipped it
- Cavaliers · Catching Fire Riding a 4+ game winning streak — confidence is high.
- Cavaliers · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.