Sun Apr 17, 2005 · 12:30 PM
Dallas MavericksMavs
103
away
Chemistry
Steady
Los Angeles LakersLakers
105
home
Chemistry
Hot
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dallas MavericksMavs | 19 | 25 | 29 | 30 | 103 |
| Los Angeles LakersLakers | 29 | 31 | 23 | 22 | 105 |
After Action Report
In Los Angeles, the Lakers squeaked past the Mavericks 105-103. The Mavericks couldn't capitalize even when shots wouldn't fall for the Lakers. Lakers' veteran poise eliminated the costly mistakes; Mavericks' outside barrage was a constant threat. The Lakers locker room is humming, and it showed. Style points be damned.
What tipped it
- Lakers · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.