Wed Dec 15, 2004 · 8:00 PM
Portland Trail BlazersBlazers
85
away
Chemistry
Steady
Cleveland CavaliersCavs
112
home
Chemistry
Hot
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Portland Trail BlazersBlazers | 27 | 26 | 22 | 10 | 85 |
| Cleveland CavaliersCavs | 25 | 28 | 29 | 30 | 112 |
After Action Report
In Cleveland, the Cavaliers ran roughshod over the Trail Blazers 112-85. Shots fell that probably shouldn't have, and the Cavaliers cashed in. The Cavaliers owned the glass, generating extra possessions; the Cavaliers came in with something to prove after a loss. Cavaliers' rotation plan looked deliberate, and the right guys made the most of their roles. It broke open after the break.
What tipped it
- Cavaliers · Glass Eaters Crashing the boards generates extra possessions and second-chance buckets.
- Cavaliers · Bouncing Back A winning team just got tripped up — expect a response.