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Thu Feb 17, 2005 · 9:30 PM
Dallas MavericksMavs
113
away
Chemistry Hot
Phoenix SunsSuns
99
home
Chemistry Cold

Box Score

TEAM Q1 Q2 Q3 Q4 FINAL
Dallas MavericksMavs 27 26 29 31 113
Phoenix SunsSuns 21 18 26 34 99

After Action Report

In Phoenix, the Mavericks took care of the Suns 113-99. Mavericks torched the Suns on the offensive end. The Mavericks ride keeps rolling — they're catching fire; the Mavericks bent the defense out of shape from deep. The Mavericks bench chemistry carried them. Early returns: the Mavericks per-player utilization choices fit the identity tonight.

What tipped it

  • Suns · Statement Win Last time out, a 20+ point beating sent a message.
  • Suns · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.
  • Mavericks · Catching Fire Riding a 4+ game winning streak — confidence is high.
  • Mavericks · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.