Fri Feb 11, 2005 · 9:00 PM
Denver NuggetsNuggets
103
away
Chemistry
Hot
Cleveland CavaliersCavs
120
home
Chemistry
Steady
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Denver NuggetsNuggets | 25 | 25 | 28 | 25 | 103 |
| Cleveland CavaliersCavs | 34 | 29 | 29 | 28 | 120 |
After Action Report
The Cavaliers outlasted the Nuggets 120-103. Execution down the stretch made the difference. The Cavaliers carried the swagger of a recent blowout into this one; Cavaliers' old heads steadied the ship in the swings. The Cavaliers rotation plan paid off — leaning into the right spots created real lift.
What tipped it
- Cavaliers · Statement Win Last time out, a 20+ point beating sent a message.
- Nuggets · Rim Wreckers A trio of high-flyers run, dunk, and tilt the pace.