Playoffs · Round 2 · Game 5
Los Angeles LakersLakers
114
away
Dallas MavericksMavs
111
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Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Los Angeles LakersLakers | 24 | 22 | 34 | 34 | 114 |
| Dallas MavericksMavs | 30 | 25 | 28 | 28 | 111 |
After Action Report
In Dallas, the Lakers survived the Mavericks 114-111. Lakers torched the Mavericks on the offensive end. The Lakers carried the confidence of a hot streak right into this one; Lakers' outside barrage was a constant threat. The Lakers bench chemistry carried them.
What tipped it
- Mavericks · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.
- 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.