Tue Feb 8, 2005 · 8:30 PM
Chicago BullsBulls
100
away
Chemistry
Steady
Dallas MavericksMavs
117
home
Chemistry
Hot
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chicago BullsBulls | 23 | 29 | 25 | 23 | 100 |
| Dallas MavericksMavs | 29 | 25 | 28 | 35 | 117 |
After Action Report
In Dallas, the Mavericks took care of the Bulls 117-100. The Mavericks got every break — every loose ball, every bounce. The Mavericks came in with something to prove after a loss; Mavericks' Lockdown identity stifled the opposing offense. The Mavericks locker room is humming, and it showed. 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.
- Mavericks · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.
- Bulls · Statement Win Last time out, a 20+ point beating sent a message.
- Bulls · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.