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Thu Mar 24, 2005 · 8:00 PM
Dallas MavericksMavs
102
away
Chemistry Steady
Sacramento KingsKings
93
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Chemistry Tense

Box Score

TEAM Q1 Q2 Q3 Q4 FINAL
Dallas MavericksMavs 16 32 29 25 102
Sacramento KingsKings 16 19 26 32 93

After Action Report

The Mavericks edged the Kings 102-93. The Kings couldn't capitalize even when shots wouldn't fall for the Mavericks. The Mavericks came in with something to prove after a loss; Mavericks' Lockdown identity stifled the opposing offense. The Mavericks bench chemistry carried them. Survive-and-advance type win.

What tipped it

  • Kings · Bouncing Back A winning team just got tripped up — expect a response.
  • Kings · Locker-Room Rift Tension in the locker room — poor ball movement and streaky play.
  • Mavericks · Bouncing Back A winning team just got tripped up — expect a response.
  • Mavericks · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.