Thu Dec 9, 2004 · 8:30 PM
Seattle SuperSonicsSonics
106
away
Chemistry
Hot
Dallas MavericksMavs
96
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Chemistry
Tense
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Seattle SuperSonicsSonics | 28 | 22 | 30 | 26 | 106 |
| Dallas MavericksMavs | 22 | 24 | 22 | 28 | 96 |
After Action Report
In Dallas, the SuperSonics handled the Mavericks 106-96. The better team simply showed up tonight. SuperSonics' stars took over and bent the game to their will; fresh off a statement win, the SuperSonics stayed locked in. The SuperSonics bench chemistry carried them. Tonight's Mavericks utilization choices clashed with the team identity.
What tipped it
- Mavericks · Ice Cold On a 4+ game losing streak — shots aren't falling.
- SuperSonics · Superstar Stack Two or more 90-overall stars bend games to their will on both ends.
- SuperSonics · Statement Win Last time out, a 20+ point beating sent a message.
- SuperSonics · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.