Wed Jan 5, 2005 · 8:30 PM
Los Angeles LakersLakers
110
away
Chemistry
Hot
Dallas MavericksMavs
115
home
Chemistry
Steady
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | OT | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Los Angeles LakersLakers | 21 | 24 | 26 | 26 | 13 | 110 |
| Dallas MavericksMavs | 19 | 32 | 24 | 22 | 18 | 115 |
After Action Report
The Mavericks squeaked past the Lakers 115-110 in overtime. Every possession went the Mavericks way. The Mavericks carried the confidence of a hot streak right into this one; Mavericks' outside barrage was a constant threat. The Mavericks locker room is humming, and it showed. Mavericks' rotation plan looked deliberate, and the right guys made the most of their roles.
What tipped it
- Mavericks · Catching Fire Riding a 4+ game winning streak — confidence is high.
- Mavericks · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.
- Lakers · Bouncing Back A winning team just got tripped up — expect a response.