Fri Mar 4, 2005 · 8:30 PM
Dallas MavericksMavs
121
away
Chemistry
Elite
Los Angeles LakersLakers
114
home
Chemistry
Cold
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dallas MavericksMavs | 38 | 23 | 32 | 28 | 121 |
| Los Angeles LakersLakers | 22 | 30 | 31 | 31 | 114 |
After Action Report
The Mavericks fended off the Lakers 121-114. Mavericks' scorers couldn't be contained. The Mavericks answered the bell with a bounce-back effort; Mavericks' Lockdown identity stifled the opposing offense. The Mavericks bench chemistry carried them. Mavericks' rotation plan looked deliberate, and the right guys made the most of their roles.
What tipped it
- Mavericks · Bouncing Back A winning team just got tripped up — expect a response.
- Mavericks · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.