Thu Mar 24, 2005 · 8:30 PM
Cleveland CavaliersCavs
126
away
Chemistry
Hot
Houston RocketsRockets
116
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Chemistry
Tense
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cleveland CavaliersCavs | 27 | 36 | 25 | 38 | 126 |
| Houston RocketsRockets | 26 | 34 | 28 | 28 | 116 |
After Action Report
The Cavaliers outlasted the Rockets 126-116. The breakneck pace played right into Cavaliers' hands. Cavaliers' Rim Wreckers got loose for easy buckets in transition; the Cavaliers came in with something to prove after a loss. The Cavaliers bench chemistry carried them. Early returns: the Cavaliers per-player utilization choices fit the identity tonight.
What tipped it
- Cavaliers · Rim Wreckers A trio of high-flyers run, dunk, and tilt the pace.
- 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.