Mon Feb 28, 2005 · 8:30 PM
New Orleans HornetsHornets
96
away
Chemistry
Cold
Dallas MavericksMavs
100
home
Chemistry
Hot
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| New Orleans HornetsHornets | 27 | 19 | 27 | 23 | 96 |
| Dallas MavericksMavs | 23 | 28 | 26 | 23 | 100 |
After Action Report
In Dallas, the Mavericks snuck past the Hornets 100-96. The Mavericks won despite a cold shooting night — grit beat polish. The Mavericks carried the swagger of a recent blowout into this one; Mavericks' defenders refused to give up clean looks. Mavericks' rotation plan looked deliberate, and the right guys made the most of their roles. Survive-and-advance type win.
What tipped it
- Mavericks · Statement Win Last time out, a 20+ point beating sent a message.
- Hornets · Heartbreak A gutting last-second loss — revenge is on the menu.