Sat Jan 1, 2005 · 8:30 PM
Charlotte BobcatsBobcats
117
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Chemistry
Steady
Miami HeatHeat
100
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Chemistry
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Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Charlotte BobcatsBobcats | 28 | 28 | 30 | 31 | 117 |
| Miami HeatHeat | 22 | 31 | 18 | 29 | 100 |
After Action Report
The Bobcats pulled away from the Heat 117-100. The Heat had no answer for the variance gods tonight. The Bobcats owned the glass, generating extra possessions; the Bobcats came in with something to prove after a loss. Whispers of a Heat locker-room rift aren't helping. Tonight's Heat utilization choices clashed with the team identity.
What tipped it
- Heat · Locker-Room Rift Tension in the locker room — poor ball movement and streaky play.
- Bobcats · Glass Eaters Crashing the boards generates extra possessions and second-chance buckets.
- Bobcats · Bouncing Back A winning team just got tripped up — expect a response.