Mon Dec 13, 2004 · 8:00 PM
Cleveland CavaliersCavs
135
away
Chemistry
Hot
Memphis GrizzliesGrizzlies
112
home
Chemistry
Tense
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cleveland CavaliersCavs | 30 | 33 | 29 | 43 | 135 |
| Memphis GrizzliesGrizzlies | 30 | 29 | 29 | 24 | 112 |
After Action Report
In a track meet, the Cavaliers ran roughshod over the Grizzlies 135-112. The tempo dragged the Grizzlies into a rhythm they couldn't survive. The Cavaliers answered the bell with a bounce-back effort; the Cavaliers pushed the pace until the other side broke. The Cavaliers bench chemistry carried them. Early returns: the Cavaliers per-player utilization choices fit the identity tonight. It broke open after the break.
What tipped it
- Grizzlies · Ice Cold On a 4+ game losing streak — shots aren't falling.
- 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.