Wed Jan 5, 2005 · 8:30 PM
Los Angeles LakersLakers
100
away
Chemistry
Hot
Dallas MavericksMavs
96
home
Chemistry
Cold
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Los Angeles LakersLakers | 20 | 23 | 28 | 29 | 100 |
| Dallas MavericksMavs | 18 | 25 | 33 | 20 | 96 |
After Action Report
In Dallas, the Lakers snuck past the Mavericks 100-96. The Lakers won despite a cold shooting night — grit beat polish. The Lakers carried the confidence of a hot streak right into this one; Lakers' outside barrage was a constant threat. The Lakers bench chemistry carried them. The Lakers rotation plan paid off — leaning into the right spots created real lift. Style points be damned.
What tipped it
- Lakers · Catching Fire Riding a 4+ game winning streak — confidence is high.
- Lakers · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.