Wed Dec 15, 2004 · 8:00 PM
Portland Trail BlazersBlazers
117
away
Chemistry
Tense
Cleveland CavaliersCavs
123
home
Chemistry
Elite
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Portland Trail BlazersBlazers | 28 | 25 | 31 | 33 | 117 |
| Cleveland CavaliersCavs | 30 | 28 | 39 | 26 | 123 |
After Action Report
In Cleveland, the Cavaliers edged the Trail Blazers 123-117. Shots fell that probably shouldn't have, and the Cavaliers cashed in. The Cavaliers came in with something to prove after a loss; Cavaliers' Run-and-Gun identity dictated the tempo. The Cavaliers rotation plan paid off — leaning into the right spots created real lift.
What tipped it
- Cavaliers · Bouncing Back A winning team just got tripped up — expect a response.
- Trail Blazers · Glass Eaters Crashing the boards generates extra possessions and second-chance buckets.