Wed Dec 15, 2004 · 8:00 PM
Portland Trail BlazersBlazers
94
away
Chemistry
Tense
Cleveland CavaliersCavs
112
home
Chemistry
Elite
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Portland Trail BlazersBlazers | 29 | 24 | 22 | 19 | 94 |
| Cleveland CavaliersCavs | 29 | 26 | 28 | 29 | 112 |
After Action Report
The Cavaliers outlasted the Trail Blazers 112-94. Execution down the stretch made the difference. The Cavaliers answered the bell with a bounce-back effort; Cavaliers' Lockdown identity stifled the opposing offense. Cavaliers' rotation plan looked deliberate, and the right guys made the most of their roles.
What tipped it
- Cavaliers · Bouncing Back A winning team just got tripped up — expect a response.
- Trail Blazers · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.