Thu Nov 11, 2004 · 9:00 PM
Dallas MavericksMavs
86
away
Chemistry
Tense
Miami HeatHeat
90
home
Chemistry
Steady
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dallas MavericksMavs | 21 | 19 | 15 | 31 | 86 |
| Miami HeatHeat | 26 | 21 | 22 | 21 | 90 |
After Action Report
The Heat survived the Mavericks 90-86. The Heat won despite a cold shooting night — grit beat polish. The Heat carried the swagger of a recent blowout into this one; Heat's Run-and-Gun identity dictated the tempo. Ugly, but it counts the same in the standings.
What tipped it
- Heat · Statement Win Last time out, a 20+ point beating sent a message.
- 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.