Thu Dec 9, 2004 · 8:30 PM
Seattle SuperSonicsSonics
114
away
Chemistry
Steady
Dallas MavericksMavs
107
home
Chemistry
Hot
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Seattle SuperSonicsSonics | 31 | 30 | 28 | 25 | 114 |
| Dallas MavericksMavs | 29 | 38 | 15 | 25 | 107 |
After Action Report
In Dallas, the SuperSonics outlasted the Mavericks 114-107. Execution down the stretch made the difference. SuperSonics' high-flyers tilted the pace and the rim; the Mavericks owned the glass, generating extra possessions. Early returns: the SuperSonics per-player utilization choices fit the identity tonight.
What tipped it
- Mavericks · Glass Eaters Crashing the boards generates extra possessions and second-chance buckets.
- Mavericks · Statement Win Last time out, a 20+ point beating sent a message.
- Mavericks · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.
- SuperSonics · Rim Wreckers A trio of high-flyers run, dunk, and tilt the pace.