Sat Jan 8, 2005 · 8:30 PM
Indiana PacersPacers
105
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Chemistry
Tense
Dallas MavericksMavs
137
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Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Indiana PacersPacers | 22 | 24 | 28 | 31 | 105 |
| Dallas MavericksMavs | 35 | 32 | 34 | 36 | 137 |
After Action Report
The Mavericks ran roughshod over the Pacers 137-105. The Mavericks got every break — every loose ball, every bounce. The Mavericks owned the glass, generating extra possessions; the Pacers owned the glass, generating extra possessions. Mavericks' rotation plan looked deliberate, and the right guys made the most of their roles. Never a doubt in this one.
What tipped it
- Mavericks · Glass Eaters Crashing the boards generates extra possessions and second-chance buckets.
- Pacers · Glass Eaters Crashing the boards generates extra possessions and second-chance buckets.
- Pacers · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.