Wed Jan 5, 2005 · 8:30 PM
Los Angeles LakersLakers
98
away
Chemistry
Cold
Dallas MavericksMavs
115
home
Chemistry
Hot
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Los Angeles LakersLakers | 28 | 23 | 21 | 26 | 98 |
| Dallas MavericksMavs | 29 | 28 | 31 | 27 | 115 |
After Action Report
The Mavericks downed the Lakers 115-98. The better team simply showed up tonight. Mavericks' Rim Wreckers got loose for easy buckets in transition; the Lakers bent the defense out of shape from deep. The Mavericks locker room is humming, and it showed. Early returns: the Mavericks per-player utilization choices fit the identity tonight.
What tipped it
- Mavericks · Rim Wreckers A trio of high-flyers run, dunk, and tilt the pace.
- Mavericks · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.