2015 NBA FINALS: Game 4 Golden State Warriors vs. Cleveland Cavaliers Q-by-Q Reaction

Q4:

Score: GS 103 CLE 82

The Warriors have been on a situation where they trailed 2-1 against Memphis and they've responded. They did the same thing, pulling off a complete, team victory in the Quicken Loans Arena against the Cavaliers. They did it with the small lineup adjustment and they have done so by playing tough, stingy defense to disrupt the Cavs' flow. LeBron didn't go off for another 30+ point game, the whole supporting cast didn't show up with the exception of Mozgov and Thompson, the Cavs didn't have the energy needed to take a commanding 3-1 lead as the series shifts back to Oakland, with the finals tied at two a piece. Stay tuned for the full recap. 

Q3:

Score: GS 76 CLE 70

The Cavaliers are finally finding their rhythm putting and doing what they do best. Using the big men of Mozgov and Thompson to their advantage and LeBron attacking the rim to clamp down that Warriors defense. The Warriors committing turnovers have also played a part in the Cavs' run this 3rd quarter, just three bad turnovers to give them some life. It's been close in the three games with each team rallying to cut the deficit. Let's see how the 4th quarter finishes.

Q2:

Score: GS 54 CLE 42

The Cavs defense looks like they're on skates with the Warriors' small lineup adjustments. The Warriors are being disruptive with their pace, exploiting some mismatches. I thought there were good moments, especially when they boxed out the Cavs' big men and they're double teaming LeBron on the defensive side of the ball. So far, all Warriors. Onto the halftime report.

Q1:

Score: GS 31 CLE 24

Steve Kerr made a bold move going small at the start of the game. It didn't work out early on when the Cavs were off to a 7-0 start, but a quick timeout and the Warriors started to fire on all cylinders. I think this is the best start we've seen from Golden State Warriors in these finals. When they went big, their offense was anemic at best, but going small, they can create some mismatches for this big Cavs team as well as stretching the floor. Like I said, a bold adjustment by Coach Kerr and it's working as the Warriors have a seven point lead. And another note, good on the refs for letting them play early. LeBron tried to pull a couple of flops and it's not fazing the refs one bit.