Wed Mar 30, 2005 · 8:00 PM
Dallas MavericksMavs
99
away
Chemistry
Elite
Boston CelticsCeltics
106
home
Chemistry
Steady
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dallas MavericksMavs | 24 | 27 | 23 | 25 | 99 |
| Boston CelticsCeltics | 25 | 21 | 31 | 29 | 106 |
After Action Report
The Celtics fended off the Mavericks 106-99. Execution down the stretch made the difference. Celtics' Lockdown identity stifled the opposing offense; the Mavericks steamroller is in full effect right now. Early returns: the Celtics per-player utilization choices fit the identity tonight.
What tipped it
- Mavericks · Buzzsaw An 8+ game winning streak — they cannot be stopped (until the league catches up).
- Mavericks · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.