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OF-Guarav) are the champions!
Mon Jan 3, 2005 · 8:00 PM
Cleveland CavaliersCavs
116
away
Chemistry
Steady
Charlotte BobcatsBobcats
117
home
Chemistry
Tense
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cleveland CavaliersCavs | 27 | 31 | 30 | 28 | 116 |
| Charlotte BobcatsBobcats | 26 | 30 | 27 | 34 | 117 |
After Action Report
In Charlotte, the Bobcats survived the Cavaliers 117-116. The tempo dragged the Cavaliers into a rhythm they couldn't survive. The Bobcats owned the glass, generating extra possessions; the Bobcats couldn't shake the cold spell. Bobcats' rotation plan looked deliberate, and the right guys made the most of their roles.
What tipped it
- Bobcats · Glass Eaters Crashing the boards generates extra possessions and second-chance buckets.
- Bobcats · Ice Cold On a 4+ game losing streak — shots aren't falling.
- Cavaliers · Rim Wreckers A trio of high-flyers run, dunk, and tilt the pace.
- Cavaliers · Ice Cold On a 4+ game losing streak — shots aren't falling.