Thu Mar 24, 2005 · 8:00 PM
Dallas MavericksMavs
113
away
Chemistry
Hot
Sacramento KingsKings
105
home
Chemistry
Steady
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dallas MavericksMavs | 26 | 27 | 29 | 31 | 113 |
| Sacramento KingsKings | 29 | 25 | 24 | 27 | 105 |
After Action Report
The Mavericks edged the Kings 113-105. Every possession went the Mavericks way. The Mavericks owned the glass, generating extra possessions; the Mavericks answered the bell with a bounce-back effort. The Mavericks bench chemistry carried them. 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 · Bouncing Back A winning team just got tripped up — expect a response.
- Mavericks · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.