Mon Mar 28, 2005 · 8:30 PM
Dallas MavericksMavs
114
away
Chemistry
Elite
Detroit PistonsPistons
90
home
Chemistry
Tense
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dallas MavericksMavs | 28 | 31 | 26 | 29 | 114 |
| Detroit PistonsPistons | 14 | 23 | 21 | 32 | 90 |
After Action Report
In Detroit, the Mavericks demolished the Pistons 114-90. Mavericks' scorers couldn't be contained. Mavericks' Rim Wreckers got loose for easy buckets in transition; you could feel the revenge motivation from the Mavericks. The Mavericks bench chemistry carried them. Early returns: the Mavericks per-player utilization choices fit the identity tonight. Never a doubt in this one.
What tipped it
- Mavericks · Rim Wreckers A trio of high-flyers run, dunk, and tilt the pace.
- Mavericks · Heartbreak A gutting last-second loss — revenge is on the menu.
- Mavericks · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.