Celtics (
nathan) are the champions!
Sat Dec 11, 2004 · 8:30 PM
Dallas MavericksMavs
106
away
Chemistry
Steady
Houston RocketsRockets
105
home
Chemistry
Hot
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dallas MavericksMavs | 27 | 24 | 26 | 29 | 106 |
| Houston RocketsRockets | 23 | 24 | 31 | 27 | 105 |
After Action Report
The Mavericks squeaked past the Rockets 106-105. The Rockets couldn't capitalize even when shots wouldn't fall for the Mavericks. Mavericks' Rim Wreckers got loose for easy buckets in transition; the Mavericks carried the confidence of a hot streak right into this one. The Mavericks bench chemistry carried them. Survive-and-advance type win.
What tipped it
- Rockets · Glass Eaters Crashing the boards generates extra possessions and second-chance buckets.
- Mavericks · Rim Wreckers A trio of high-flyers run, dunk, and tilt the pace.
- 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.