Thu Dec 9, 2004 · 8:30 PM
Seattle SuperSonicsSonics
119
away
Chemistry
Elite
Dallas MavericksMavs
112
home
Chemistry
Steady
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Seattle SuperSonicsSonics | 29 | 28 | 31 | 31 | 119 |
| Dallas MavericksMavs | 32 | 28 | 27 | 25 | 112 |
After Action Report
The SuperSonics edged the Mavericks 119-112. The Mavericks had no answer for the variance gods tonight. The SuperSonics owned the glass, generating extra possessions; second-chance points piled up for the Mavericks. The SuperSonics bench chemistry carried them. SuperSonics' 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 · Bouncing Back A winning team just got tripped up — expect a response.
- SuperSonics · Glass Eaters Crashing the boards generates extra possessions and second-chance buckets.
- SuperSonics · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.