Sun Apr 3, 2005 · 1:00 PM
Dallas MavericksMavs
114
away
Chemistry
Hot
Cleveland CavaliersCavs
126
home
Chemistry
Steady
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dallas MavericksMavs | 27 | 24 | 31 | 32 | 114 |
| Cleveland CavaliersCavs | 34 | 29 | 24 | 39 | 126 |
After Action Report
The Cavaliers downed the Mavericks 126-114. The Mavericks had no answer for the variance gods tonight. Cavaliers' Rim Wreckers got loose for easy buckets in transition; Cavaliers' outside barrage was a constant threat. The Cavaliers rotation plan paid off — leaning into the right spots created real lift.
What tipped it
- Cavaliers · Rim Wreckers A trio of high-flyers run, dunk, and tilt the pace.
- 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.