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Mon Jan 24, 2005 · 8:30 PM
Dallas MavericksMavs
126
away
Chemistry Tense
Los Angeles ClippersClippers
111
home
Chemistry Hot

Box Score

TEAM Q1 Q2 Q3 Q4 FINAL
Dallas MavericksMavs 31 40 29 26 126
Los Angeles ClippersClippers 34 24 27 26 111

After Action Report

In a track meet, the Mavericks pulled away from the Clippers 126-111. The tempo dragged the Clippers into a rhythm they couldn't survive. The Mavericks couldn't shake the cold spell; the Mavericks pushed the pace until the other side broke. Mavericks' rotation plan looked deliberate, and the right guys made the most of their roles.

What tipped it

  • Clippers · Rim Wreckers A trio of high-flyers run, dunk, and tilt the pace.
  • Clippers · Glass Eaters Crashing the boards generates extra possessions and second-chance buckets.
  • Clippers · Bouncing Back A winning team just got tripped up — expect a response.
  • Clippers · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.
  • Mavericks · Ice Cold On a 4+ game losing streak — shots aren't falling.
  • Mavericks · Locker-Room Rift Tension in the locker room — poor ball movement and streaky play.