Sun Feb 13, 2005 · 4:30 PM
Los Angeles LakersLakers
113
away
Chemistry
Elite
Cleveland CavaliersCavs
94
home
Chemistry
Steady
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Los Angeles LakersLakers | 28 | 29 | 24 | 32 | 113 |
| Cleveland CavaliersCavs | 30 | 25 | 18 | 21 | 94 |
After Action Report
In Cleveland, the Lakers pulled away from the Cavaliers 113-94. Lineup balance gave the Lakers a clear synergy edge. The Lakers owned the glass, generating extra possessions; the Lakers came in with something to prove after a loss. The Lakers bench chemistry carried them. Tonight's Cavaliers utilization choices clashed with the team identity. Survive-and-advance type win.
What tipped it
- Cavaliers · Bouncing Back A winning team just got tripped up — expect a response.
- Lakers · Glass Eaters Crashing the boards generates extra possessions and second-chance buckets.
- Lakers · Bouncing Back A winning team just got tripped up — expect a response.
- Lakers · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.