Sun Apr 17, 2005 · 1:00 PM
Cleveland CavaliersCavs
91
away
Chemistry
Tense
Detroit PistonsPistons
133
home
Chemistry
Hot
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cleveland CavaliersCavs | 23 | 18 | 24 | 26 | 91 |
| Detroit PistonsPistons | 37 | 28 | 36 | 32 | 133 |
After Action Report
The Pistons ran roughshod over the Cavaliers 133-91. Shots fell that probably shouldn't have, and the Pistons cashed in. Pistons' defenders refused to give up clean looks; the Cavaliers ride keeps rolling — they're catching fire. The Pistons locker room is humming, and it showed. Tonight's Cavaliers utilization choices clashed with the team identity. It was over by halftime.
What tipped it
- Pistons · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.
- Cavaliers · Catching Fire Riding a 4+ game winning streak — confidence is high.
