Sun Dec 26, 2004 · 8:00 PM
Dallas MavericksMavs
124
away
Chemistry
Steady
Denver NuggetsNuggets
117
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Chemistry
Steady
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dallas MavericksMavs | 28 | 31 | 29 | 36 | 124 |
| Denver NuggetsNuggets | 32 | 27 | 30 | 28 | 117 |
After Action Report
The Mavericks outlasted the Nuggets 124-117. The tempo dragged the Nuggets into a rhythm they couldn't survive. Mavericks' Rim Wreckers got loose for easy buckets in transition; the Mavericks owned the glass, generating extra possessions.
What tipped it
- Nuggets · Rim Wreckers A trio of high-flyers run, dunk, and tilt the pace.
- Nuggets · Glass Eaters Crashing the boards generates extra possessions and second-chance buckets.
- Nuggets · Block Party Multiple shot-blockers turn the paint into a no-fly zone.
- Mavericks · Rim Wreckers A trio of high-flyers run, dunk, and tilt the pace.
- Mavericks · Glass Eaters Crashing the boards generates extra possessions and second-chance buckets.
- Mavericks · Superstar Stack Two or more 90-overall stars bend games to their will on both ends.
- Mavericks · Catching Fire Riding a 4+ game winning streak — confidence is high.