Fri Feb 25, 2005 · 9:00 PM
Cleveland CavaliersCavs
123
away
Chemistry
Tense
Indiana PacersPacers
121
home
Chemistry
Cold
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cleveland CavaliersCavs | 27 | 32 | 33 | 31 | 123 |
| Indiana PacersPacers | 31 | 31 | 32 | 27 | 121 |
After Action Report
In a track meet, the Cavaliers squeaked past the Pacers 123-121. The tempo dragged the Pacers into a rhythm they couldn't survive. Cavaliers' Rim Wreckers got loose for easy buckets in transition; the Cavaliers came in with something to prove after a loss. The Cavaliers bench chemistry carried them.
What tipped it
- Cavaliers · Rim Wreckers A trio of high-flyers run, dunk, and tilt the pace.
- 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.