Sun Feb 13, 2005 · 4:30 PM
Los Angeles LakersLakers
97
away
Chemistry
Tense
Cleveland CavaliersCavs
114
home
Chemistry
Elite
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Los Angeles LakersLakers | 20 | 24 | 18 | 35 | 97 |
| Cleveland CavaliersCavs | 26 | 27 | 25 | 36 | 114 |
After Action Report
The Cavaliers handled the Lakers 114-97. Execution down the stretch made the difference. The Cavaliers carried the swagger of a recent blowout into this one; Lakers' defenders refused to give up clean looks. The Cavaliers locker room is humming, and it showed. Early returns: the Cavaliers per-player utilization choices fit the identity tonight.
What tipped it
- 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.