Sun Apr 3, 2005 · 1:00 PM
Dallas MavericksMavs
99
away
Chemistry
Steady
Cleveland CavaliersCavs
93
home
Chemistry
Tense
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dallas MavericksMavs | 26 | 18 | 25 | 30 | 99 |
| Cleveland CavaliersCavs | 23 | 27 | 22 | 21 | 93 |
After Action Report
In Cleveland, the Mavericks edged the Cavaliers 99-93. The Mavericks won despite a cold shooting night — grit beat polish. The Mavericks came in with something to prove after a loss; the Cavaliers bent the defense out of shape from deep. The Mavericks bench chemistry carried them. Tonight's Cavaliers utilization choices clashed with the team identity. Survive-and-advance type win.
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.