Fri Mar 4, 2005 · 8:30 PM
Dallas MavericksMavs
117
away
Chemistry
Tense
Los Angeles LakersLakers
121
home
Chemistry
Steady
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dallas MavericksMavs | 20 | 37 | 32 | 28 | 117 |
| Los Angeles LakersLakers | 24 | 32 | 32 | 33 | 121 |
After Action Report
The Lakers squeaked past the Mavericks 121-117. The Mavericks had no answer for the variance gods tonight. Shots just aren't falling for the Lakers lately; the Mavericks owned the glass, generating extra possessions.
What tipped it
- Lakers · Ice Cold On a 4+ game losing streak — shots aren't falling.
- Lakers · Locker-Room Rift Tension in the locker room — poor ball movement and streaky play.
- Mavericks · Glass Eaters Crashing the boards generates extra possessions and second-chance buckets.
- Mavericks · Catching Fire Riding a 4+ game winning streak — confidence is high.