Wed Dec 8, 2004 · 8:30 PM
Cleveland CavaliersCavs
97
away
Chemistry
Steady
Chicago BullsBulls
117
home
Chemistry
Tense
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cleveland CavaliersCavs | 24 | 23 | 29 | 21 | 97 |
| Chicago BullsBulls | 31 | 25 | 26 | 35 | 117 |
After Action Report
The Bulls blew the doors off the Cavaliers 117-97. The Bulls got every break — every loose ball, every bounce. Bulls' defenders refused to give up clean looks; Cavaliers' outside barrage was a constant threat. The Cavaliers looked disjointed — chemistry issues linger. Bulls' rotation plan looked deliberate, and the right guys made the most of their roles. The second half turned a coin-flip into a runaway.
What tipped it
- Cavaliers · Locker-Room Rift Tension in the locker room — poor ball movement and streaky play.