Tue Feb 8, 2005 · 8:30 PM
Chicago BullsBulls
108
away
Chemistry
Tense
Dallas MavericksMavs
113
home
Chemistry
Tense
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chicago BullsBulls | 31 | 25 | 23 | 29 | 108 |
| Dallas MavericksMavs | 22 | 33 | 28 | 30 | 113 |
After Action Report
The Mavericks survived the Bulls 113-108. The better team simply showed up tonight. The Mavericks came in with something to prove after a loss; Mavericks' old heads steadied the ship in the swings. Early returns: the Mavericks per-player utilization choices fit the identity tonight.
What tipped it
- Mavericks · Bouncing Back A winning team just got tripped up — expect a response.
- Bulls · Rim Wreckers A trio of high-flyers run, dunk, and tilt the pace.
- Bulls · Heartbreak A gutting last-second loss — revenge is on the menu.
- Bulls · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.