Sun Apr 17, 2005 · 12:30 PM
Dallas MavericksMavs
81
away
Chemistry
Tense
Los Angeles LakersLakers
119
home
Chemistry
Hot
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dallas MavericksMavs | 13 | 22 | 30 | 16 | 81 |
| Los Angeles LakersLakers | 26 | 37 | 31 | 25 | 119 |
After Action Report
In Los Angeles, the Lakers rolled past the Mavericks 119-81. The Lakers got every break — every loose ball, every bounce. Lakers' Lockdown identity stifled the opposing offense; fresh off a statement win, the Mavericks stayed locked in. The Lakers locker room is humming, and it showed. The Lakers rotation plan paid off — leaning into the right spots created real lift. It was over by halftime.
What tipped it
- Lakers · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.
- Mavericks · Statement Win Last time out, a 20+ point beating sent a message.