Wed Jan 5, 2005 · 8:30 PM
Los Angeles LakersLakers
91
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Dallas MavericksMavs
107
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Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Los Angeles LakersLakers | 25 | 20 | 23 | 23 | 91 |
| Dallas MavericksMavs | 29 | 24 | 30 | 24 | 107 |
After Action Report
The Mavericks handled the Lakers 107-91. Execution down the stretch made the difference. You could feel the revenge motivation from the Mavericks; Mavericks' defenders refused to give up clean looks. 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 · Heartbreak A gutting last-second loss — revenge is on the menu.
- Mavericks · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.
- Lakers · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.