Wed Jan 26, 2005 · 8:00 PM
Dallas MavericksMavs
117
away
Chemistry
Elite
Portland Trail BlazersBlazers
107
home
Chemistry
Steady
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dallas MavericksMavs | 32 | 26 | 33 | 26 | 117 |
| Portland Trail BlazersBlazers | 21 | 23 | 27 | 36 | 107 |
After Action Report
The Mavericks pulled away from the Trail Blazers 117-107. Mavericks' offense had its way with the Trail Blazers. Mavericks' Rim Wreckers got loose for easy buckets in transition; the Mavericks came in with something to prove after a loss. The Mavericks bench chemistry carried them. Early returns: the Mavericks per-player utilization choices fit the identity tonight. Survive-and-advance type win.
What tipped it
- Trail Blazers · Rim Wreckers A trio of high-flyers run, dunk, and tilt the pace.
- Mavericks · Rim Wreckers A trio of high-flyers run, dunk, and tilt the pace.
- 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.