Thu Jan 13, 2005 · 8:30 PM
Cleveland CavaliersCavs
139
away
Chemistry
Elite
Los Angeles LakersLakers
112
home
Chemistry
Steady
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cleveland CavaliersCavs | 39 | 31 | 35 | 34 | 139 |
| Los Angeles LakersLakers | 31 | 24 | 29 | 28 | 112 |
After Action Report
In a track meet, the Cavaliers buried the Lakers 139-112. Cavaliers controlled the tempo from tip to buzzer. Cavaliers' Run-and-Gun identity dictated the tempo; the Lakers 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. Garbage time started early.
What tipped it
- Lakers · 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.