Wed Dec 8, 2004 · 8:30 PM
Cleveland CavaliersCavs
104
away
Chemistry
Steady
Chicago BullsBulls
113
home
Chemistry
Cold
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cleveland CavaliersCavs | 21 | 28 | 26 | 29 | 104 |
| Chicago BullsBulls | 32 | 35 | 29 | 17 | 113 |
After Action Report
The Bulls edged the Cavaliers 113-104. The Bulls got every break — every loose ball, every bounce. Second-chance points piled up for the Bulls; the Cavaliers came in with something to prove after a loss.
What tipped it
- Bulls · Glass Eaters Crashing the boards generates extra possessions and second-chance buckets.
- Bulls · Locker-Room Rift Tension in the locker room — poor ball movement and streaky play.
- Cavaliers · Bouncing Back A winning team just got tripped up — expect a response.
- Cavaliers · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.