Thu Feb 24, 2005 · 9:30 PM
Sacramento KingsKings
112
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Steady
Dallas MavericksMavs
115
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Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sacramento KingsKings | 29 | 30 | 26 | 27 | 112 |
| Dallas MavericksMavs | 37 | 27 | 22 | 29 | 115 |
After Action Report
The Mavericks survived the Kings 115-112. The better team simply showed up tonight. The Mavericks came in with something to prove after a loss; Mavericks' defenders refused to give up clean looks. 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.
- Kings · Catching Fire Riding a 4+ game winning streak — confidence is high.
- Kings · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.