Wed Dec 29, 2004 · 8:00 PM
Houston RocketsRockets
103
away
Chemistry
Hot
Cleveland CavaliersCavs
117
home
Chemistry
Tense
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Houston RocketsRockets | 31 | 24 | 28 | 20 | 103 |
| Cleveland CavaliersCavs | 21 | 29 | 37 | 30 | 117 |
After Action Report
In Cleveland, the Cavaliers took care of the Rockets 117-103. The tempo dragged the Rockets into a rhythm they couldn't survive. The Cavaliers answered the bell with a bounce-back effort; you could feel the revenge motivation from the Rockets. Style points be damned.
What tipped it
- Cavaliers · Bouncing Back A winning team just got tripped up — expect a response.
- Rockets · Heartbreak A gutting last-second loss — revenge is on the menu.
- Rockets · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.