Sun Apr 3, 2005 · 1:00 PM
Dallas MavericksMavs
108
away
Chemistry
Steady
Cleveland CavaliersCavs
105
home
Chemistry
Hot
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dallas MavericksMavs | 28 | 30 | 19 | 31 | 108 |
| Cleveland CavaliersCavs | 30 | 24 | 26 | 25 | 105 |
After Action Report
The Mavericks survived the Cavaliers 108-105. The Cavaliers had no answer for the variance gods tonight. The Mavericks came in with something to prove after a loss; Mavericks' Run-and-Gun identity dictated the tempo.
What tipped it
- Cavaliers · Rim Wreckers A trio of high-flyers run, dunk, and tilt the pace.
- Cavaliers · Glass Eaters Crashing the boards generates extra possessions and second-chance buckets.
- Cavaliers · Statement Win Last time out, a 20+ point beating sent a message.
- Cavaliers · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.
- Mavericks · Bouncing Back A winning team just got tripped up — expect a response.