Wed Dec 15, 2004 · 8:00 PM
Portland Trail BlazersBlazers
94
away
Chemistry
Tense
Cleveland CavaliersCavs
99
home
Chemistry
Tense
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Portland Trail BlazersBlazers | 22 | 21 | 25 | 26 | 94 |
| Cleveland CavaliersCavs | 27 | 23 | 19 | 30 | 99 |
After Action Report
The Cavaliers squeaked past the Trail Blazers 99-94. Execution down the stretch made the difference. The Cavaliers answered the bell with a bounce-back effort; Trail Blazers' Lockdown identity stifled the opposing offense.
What tipped it
- Cavaliers · Bouncing Back A winning team just got tripped up — expect a response.
- Cavaliers · Locker-Room Rift Tension in the locker room — poor ball movement and streaky play.
- Trail Blazers · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.