Wed Apr 20, 2005 · 7:00 PM
Cleveland CavaliersCavs
97
away
Chemistry
Elite
Toronto RaptorsRaptors
96
home
Chemistry
Tense
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cleveland CavaliersCavs | 27 | 25 | 23 | 22 | 97 |
| Toronto RaptorsRaptors | 26 | 21 | 16 | 33 | 96 |
After Action Report
In Toronto, the Cavaliers snuck past the Raptors 97-96. The Raptors couldn't capitalize even when shots wouldn't fall for the Cavaliers. The Raptors answered the bell with a bounce-back effort. The Cavaliers bench chemistry carried them. Cavaliers' rotation plan looked deliberate, and the right guys made the most of their roles. Survive-and-advance type win.
What tipped it
- Raptors · 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.