Wed Mar 2, 2005 · 8:00 PM
Seattle SuperSonicsSonics
113
away
Chemistry
Tense
Cleveland CavaliersCavs
117
home
Chemistry
Tense
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Seattle SuperSonicsSonics | 30 | 22 | 37 | 24 | 113 |
| Cleveland CavaliersCavs | 31 | 31 | 31 | 24 | 117 |
After Action Report
The Cavaliers squeaked past the SuperSonics 117-113. The tempo dragged the SuperSonics into a rhythm they couldn't survive. Fresh off a statement win, the Cavaliers stayed locked in; SuperSonics' Rim Wreckers got loose for easy buckets in transition. Survive-and-advance type win.
What tipped it
- Cavaliers · Statement Win Last time out, a 20+ point beating sent a message.
- SuperSonics · Rim Wreckers A trio of high-flyers run, dunk, and tilt the pace.
- SuperSonics · Glass Eaters Crashing the boards generates extra possessions and second-chance buckets.
- SuperSonics · Catching Fire Riding a 4+ game winning streak — confidence is high.
- SuperSonics · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.