Thu Mar 17, 2005 · 8:30 PM
Portland Trail BlazersBlazers
70
away
Chemistry
Steady
Dallas MavericksMavs
100
home
Chemistry
Hot
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Portland Trail BlazersBlazers | 23 | 15 | 15 | 17 | 70 |
| Dallas MavericksMavs | 29 | 19 | 27 | 25 | 100 |
After Action Report
In Dallas, the Mavericks rolled past the Trail Blazers 100-70. The Trail Blazers couldn't capitalize even when shots wouldn't fall for the Mavericks. The Mavericks owned the glass, generating extra possessions; the Mavericks carried the confidence of a hot streak right into this one. The Mavericks locker room is humming, and it showed. Mavericks' rotation plan looked deliberate, and the right guys made the most of their roles. Garbage time started early.
What tipped it
- Mavericks · Glass Eaters Crashing the boards generates extra possessions and second-chance buckets.
- Mavericks · Catching Fire Riding a 4+ game winning streak — confidence is high.
- Mavericks · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.