Wed Jan 26, 2005 · 8:00 PM
Dallas MavericksMavs
114
away
Chemistry
Hot
Portland Trail BlazersBlazers
116
home
Chemistry
Steady
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dallas MavericksMavs | 29 | 30 | 25 | 30 | 114 |
| Portland Trail BlazersBlazers | 32 | 28 | 22 | 34 | 116 |
After Action Report
The Trail Blazers snuck past the Mavericks 116-114. Trail Blazers controlled the tempo from tip to buzzer. Trail Blazers' Lockdown identity stifled the opposing offense; second-chance points piled up for the Mavericks. Trail Blazers' rotation plan looked deliberate, and the right guys made the most of their roles.
What tipped it
- Mavericks · Glass Eaters Crashing the boards generates extra possessions and second-chance buckets.
- Mavericks · Heartbreak A gutting last-second loss — revenge is on the menu.