Wed Jan 5, 2005 · 8:30 PM
Los Angeles LakersLakers
99
away
Chemistry
Hot
Dallas MavericksMavs
116
home
Chemistry
Cold
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Los Angeles LakersLakers | 21 | 23 | 25 | 30 | 99 |
| Dallas MavericksMavs | 28 | 36 | 26 | 26 | 116 |
After Action Report
In Dallas, the Mavericks outlasted the Lakers 116-99. The Lakers had no answer for the variance gods tonight. Lakers' Rim Wreckers got loose for easy buckets in transition; the Lakers came in with something to prove after a loss.
What tipped it
- Lakers · Rim Wreckers A trio of high-flyers run, dunk, and tilt the pace.
- Lakers · Bouncing Back A winning team just got tripped up — expect a response.
- Lakers · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.