Sun Mar 6, 2005 · 8:30 PM
Miami HeatHeat
116
away
Chemistry
Tense
Cleveland CavaliersCavs
132
home
Chemistry
Hot
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Miami HeatHeat | 36 | 22 | 26 | 32 | 116 |
| Cleveland CavaliersCavs | 36 | 30 | 30 | 36 | 132 |
After Action Report
In Cleveland, the Cavaliers downed the Heat 132-116. The tempo dragged the Heat into a rhythm they couldn't survive. The Cavaliers came in with something to prove after a loss; the Cavaliers pushed the pace until the other side broke. The Cavaliers locker room is humming, and it showed. Early returns: the Cavaliers per-player utilization choices fit the identity tonight.
What tipped it
- 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.