Playoffs · Round 2 · Game 3
Dallas MavericksMavs
124
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Los Angeles LakersLakers
117
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Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dallas MavericksMavs | 30 | 30 | 35 | 29 | 124 |
| Los Angeles LakersLakers | 30 | 21 | 30 | 36 | 117 |
After Action Report
The Mavericks outlasted the Lakers 124-117. Shots fell that probably shouldn't have, and the Mavericks cashed in. The Mavericks bent the defense out of shape from deep; the Lakers carried the confidence of a hot streak right into this one. Mavericks' rotation plan looked deliberate, and the right guys made the most of their roles.
What tipped it
- Lakers · Catching Fire Riding a 4+ game winning streak — confidence is high.
- Lakers · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.