Mon Dec 13, 2004 · 8:30 PM
Dallas MavericksMavs
146
away
Chemistry
Steady
Chicago BullsBulls
140
home
Chemistry
Steady
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dallas MavericksMavs | 40 | 34 | 37 | 35 | 146 |
| Chicago BullsBulls | 38 | 32 | 37 | 33 | 140 |
After Action Report
The Mavericks outlasted the Bulls 146-140. Mavericks torched the Bulls on the offensive end. Mavericks' high-flyers tilted the pace and the rim; the Mavericks came in with something to prove after a loss. Mavericks' rotation plan looked deliberate, and the right guys made the most of their roles.
What tipped it
- Bulls · Catching Fire Riding a 4+ game winning streak — confidence is high.
- Bulls · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.
- Mavericks · Rim Wreckers A trio of high-flyers run, dunk, and tilt the pace.
- Mavericks · Bouncing Back A winning team just got tripped up — expect a response.