Wed Mar 30, 2005 · 8:00 PM
Dallas MavericksMavs
123
away
Chemistry
Tense
Boston CelticsCeltics
109
home
Chemistry
Elite
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dallas MavericksMavs | 35 | 38 | 24 | 26 | 123 |
| Boston CelticsCeltics | 32 | 23 | 32 | 22 | 109 |
After Action Report
The Mavericks outlasted the Celtics 123-109. The Celtics had no answer for the variance gods tonight. The Mavericks couldn't shake the cold spell; Mavericks' old heads steadied the ship in the swings.
What tipped it
- Celtics · Rim Wreckers A trio of high-flyers run, dunk, and tilt the pace.
- Celtics · Block Party Multiple shot-blockers turn the paint into a no-fly zone.
- Celtics · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.
- Mavericks · Ice Cold On a 4+ game losing streak — shots aren't falling.
- Mavericks · Locker-Room Rift Tension in the locker room — poor ball movement and streaky play.