Mon Mar 28, 2005 · 8:00 PM
Cleveland CavaliersCavs
119
away
Chemistry
Hot
New Orleans HornetsHornets
90
home
Chemistry
Cold
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cleveland CavaliersCavs | 32 | 36 | 24 | 27 | 119 |
| New Orleans HornetsHornets | 19 | 29 | 19 | 23 | 90 |
After Action Report
The Cavaliers rolled past the Hornets 119-90. The Cavaliers won despite a cold shooting night — grit beat polish. The Cavaliers carried the swagger of a recent blowout into this one; 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. It was over by halftime.
What tipped it
- Cavaliers · Statement Win Last time out, a 20+ point beating sent a message.
- Cavaliers · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.