Wed Dec 8, 2004 · 8:30 PM
Cleveland CavaliersCavs
120
away
Chemistry
Steady
Chicago BullsBulls
113
home
Chemistry
Hot
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cleveland CavaliersCavs | 28 | 31 | 32 | 29 | 120 |
| Chicago BullsBulls | 29 | 28 | 30 | 26 | 113 |
After Action Report
The Cavaliers fended off the Bulls 120-113. Cavaliers torched the Bulls on the offensive end. The Cavaliers answered the bell with a bounce-back effort; the Cavaliers pushed the pace until the other side broke. The Cavaliers bench chemistry carried them. Cavaliers' rotation plan looked deliberate, and the right guys made the most of their roles.
What tipped it
- Bulls · 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.