Sat Nov 13, 2004 · 2:00 PM
Washington WizardsWizards
117
away
Chemistry
Tense
Cleveland CavaliersCavs
116
home
Chemistry
Tense
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Washington WizardsWizards | 30 | 26 | 29 | 32 | 117 |
| Cleveland CavaliersCavs | 35 | 26 | 25 | 30 | 116 |
After Action Report
The Wizards snuck past the Cavaliers 117-116. Wizards controlled the tempo from tip to buzzer. The Wizards owned the glass, generating extra possessions; fresh off a statement win, the Wizards stayed locked in. Early returns: the Wizards per-player utilization choices fit the identity tonight.
What tipped it
- Cavaliers · Rim Wreckers A trio of high-flyers run, dunk, and tilt the pace.
- Wizards · Glass Eaters Crashing the boards generates extra possessions and second-chance buckets.
- Wizards · Statement Win Last time out, a 20+ point beating sent a message.