Tue Feb 8, 2005 · 8:00 PM
Toronto RaptorsRaptors
98
away
Chemistry
Elite
Cleveland CavaliersCavs
99
home
Chemistry
Tense
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Toronto RaptorsRaptors | 22 | 31 | 27 | 18 | 98 |
| Cleveland CavaliersCavs | 29 | 16 | 25 | 29 | 99 |
After Action Report
The Cavaliers shocked the Raptors 99-98. The Raptors couldn't capitalize even when shots wouldn't fall for the Cavaliers. The Cavaliers came in with something to prove after a loss; the Raptors owned the glass, generating extra possessions. On paper this one shouldn't have been close — basketball had other ideas.
What tipped it
- Cavaliers · Bouncing Back A winning team just got tripped up — expect a response.
- Raptors · Glass Eaters Crashing the boards generates extra possessions and second-chance buckets.
- Raptors · Heartbreak A gutting last-second loss — revenge is on the menu.
- Raptors · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.