Fri Apr 15, 2005 · 7:00 PM
Cleveland CavaliersCavs
104
away
Chemistry
Steady
Washington WizardsWizards
122
home
Chemistry
Steady
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cleveland CavaliersCavs | 26 | 23 | 33 | 22 | 104 |
| Washington WizardsWizards | 23 | 27 | 33 | 39 | 122 |
After Action Report
In Washington, the Wizards handled the Cavaliers 122-104. The tempo dragged the Cavaliers into a rhythm they couldn't survive. Wizards' high-flyers tilted the pace and the rim; the Wizards carried the swagger of a recent blowout into this one. Tonight's Cavaliers utilization choices clashed with the team identity.
What tipped it
- Wizards · Rim Wreckers A trio of high-flyers run, dunk, and tilt the pace.
- Wizards · Statement Win Last time out, a 20+ point beating sent a message.
- Cavaliers · Heartbreak A gutting last-second loss — revenge is on the menu.