Tue Feb 1, 2005 · 8:00 PM
Cleveland CavaliersCavs
128
away
Chemistry
Hot
Orlando MagicMagic
121
home
Chemistry
Tense
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cleveland CavaliersCavs | 36 | 23 | 38 | 31 | 128 |
| Orlando MagicMagic | 24 | 29 | 32 | 36 | 121 |
After Action Report
In Orlando, the Cavaliers edged the Magic 128-121. Cavaliers' offense had its way with the Magic. Cavaliers' Run-and-Gun identity dictated the tempo; Magic's old heads steadied the ship in the swings. The Cavaliers bench chemistry carried them. Tonight's Magic utilization choices clashed with the team identity.
What tipped it
- Magic · Locker-Room Rift Tension in the locker room — poor ball movement and streaky play.
- Cavaliers · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.