Tue Feb 8, 2005 · 8:30 PM
Chicago BullsBulls
93
away
Chemistry
Tense
Dallas MavericksMavs
99
home
Chemistry
Hot
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chicago BullsBulls | 21 | 23 | 24 | 25 | 93 |
| Dallas MavericksMavs | 29 | 27 | 22 | 21 | 99 |
After Action Report
The Mavericks edged the Bulls 99-93. The Bulls couldn't capitalize even when shots wouldn't fall for the Mavericks. The Mavericks played with the chip of a recent gutting loss; Mavericks' defenders refused to give up clean looks. Mavericks' rotation plan looked deliberate, and the right guys made the most of their roles. Ugly, but it counts the same in the standings.
What tipped it
- Mavericks · Heartbreak A gutting last-second loss — revenge is on the menu.
- Bulls · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.