Thu Jan 13, 2005 · 8:30 PM
Cleveland CavaliersCavs
108
away
Chemistry
Steady
Los Angeles LakersLakers
105
home
Chemistry
Hot
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cleveland CavaliersCavs | 31 | 29 | 22 | 26 | 108 |
| Los Angeles LakersLakers | 27 | 25 | 33 | 20 | 105 |
After Action Report
The Cavaliers squeaked past the Lakers 108-105. Every possession went the Cavaliers way. Cavaliers' defenders refused to give up clean looks; Lakers' high-flyers tilted the pace and the rim. Early returns: the Cavaliers per-player utilization choices fit the identity tonight.
What tipped it
- Lakers · Rim Wreckers A trio of high-flyers run, dunk, and tilt the pace.
- Lakers · Statement Win Last time out, a 20+ point beating sent a message.
- Lakers · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.