Everything clicked for Cleveland today, as they soundly beat Portland 110-90. Portland looked beaten for most of the afternoon, and the final outcome was in little doubt. "I thought we came out ready to play, but we were just overmatched," said Portland coach Bob. "It's kind of demoralizing to lose that way, knowing that you played your best and it wasn't nearly enough." Bob now has the unenviable task of getting his team ready to face another day.

Cleveland coach Bob couldn't be happier, though. His game plan was executed perfectly, and his players were able to dominate all aspects of the game. "It's great to get a win like this, when everything went according to plan."

Cleveland was led by Darden (13 points, 8 boards, 4 assists, 4 blocks), Taylor (28 points, 0 assists), Taylor (20 points, 0 assists, 2 blocks). Portland was led by Allbritton (19 points, 9 boards, 1 assists, 2 blocks), Harris (19 points, 2 assists, a block), Elliott (9 points, a steal, a block).

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