Wed Jan 5, 2005 · 8:30 PM
Los Angeles LakersLakers
112
away
Chemistry
Steady
Dallas MavericksMavs
121
home
Chemistry
Tense
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Los Angeles LakersLakers | 27 | 35 | 18 | 32 | 112 |
| Dallas MavericksMavs | 36 | 23 | 25 | 37 | 121 |
After Action Report
The Mavericks fended off the Lakers 121-112. Mavericks' scorers couldn't be contained. Mavericks' veteran poise eliminated the costly mistakes; the Lakers carried the confidence of a hot streak right into this one.
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.