Playoffs · Round 1 · Game 2
Houston RocketsRockets
122
away
Dallas MavericksMavs
118
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Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | OT | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Houston RocketsRockets | 23 | 33 | 24 | 30 | 12 | 122 |
| Dallas MavericksMavs | 30 | 25 | 18 | 37 | 8 | 118 |
After Action Report
The Rockets snuck past the Mavericks 122-118 in overtime. Shots fell that probably shouldn't have, and the Rockets cashed in. The Rockets carried the swagger of a recent blowout into this one; Rockets' outside barrage was a constant threat.
What tipped it
- Mavericks · Glass Eaters Crashing the boards generates extra possessions and second-chance buckets.
- 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.
- Rockets · Statement Win Last time out, a 20+ point beating sent a message.