Thu Apr 14, 2005 · 7:30 PM
Dallas MavericksMavs
120
away
Chemistry
Hot
Portland Trail BlazersBlazers
110
home
Chemistry
Tense
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dallas MavericksMavs | 34 | 29 | 24 | 33 | 120 |
| Portland Trail BlazersBlazers | 30 | 34 | 23 | 23 | 110 |
After Action Report
The Mavericks handled the Trail Blazers 120-110. Mavericks' scorers couldn't be contained. The Mavericks carried the swagger of a recent blowout into this one; Mavericks' defenders refused to give up clean looks. 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 · Statement Win Last time out, a 20+ point beating sent a message.
- Mavericks · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.