Wed Jan 5, 2005 · 8:30 PM
Los Angeles LakersLakers
114
away
Chemistry
Steady
Dallas MavericksMavs
121
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Chemistry
Hot
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Los Angeles LakersLakers | 30 | 32 | 28 | 24 | 114 |
| Dallas MavericksMavs | 28 | 31 | 27 | 35 | 121 |
After Action Report
The Mavericks held off the Lakers 121-114. Mavericks' scorers couldn't be contained. The Mavericks owned the glass, generating extra possessions; fresh off a statement win, the Mavericks stayed locked in. Mavericks' rotation plan looked deliberate, and the right guys made the most of their roles.
What tipped it
- Mavericks · Glass Eaters Crashing the boards generates extra possessions and second-chance buckets.
- Mavericks · Statement Win Last time out, a 20+ point beating sent a message.