Fri Feb 4, 2005 · 8:00 PM
Dallas MavericksMavs
136
away
Chemistry
Hot
Indiana PacersPacers
146
home
Chemistry
Steady
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | OT1 | OT2 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dallas MavericksMavs | 40 | 13 | 27 | 40 | 9 | 7 | 136 |
| Indiana PacersPacers | 25 | 40 | 32 | 23 | 9 | 17 | 146 |
After Action Report
In Indiana, the Pacers handled the Mavericks 146-136 in double overtime. The Pacers got every break — every loose ball, every bounce. Pacers' outside barrage was a constant threat; the Mavericks came in with something to prove after a loss.
What tipped it
- Pacers · 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.