Thu Apr 14, 2005 · 7:30 PM
Dallas MavericksMavs
118
away
Chemistry
Steady
Portland Trail BlazersBlazers
111
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Chemistry
Steady
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dallas MavericksMavs | 25 | 27 | 38 | 28 | 118 |
| Portland Trail BlazersBlazers | 23 | 35 | 24 | 29 | 111 |
After Action Report
The Mavericks edged the Trail Blazers 118-111. Mavericks torched the Trail Blazers on the offensive end. Mavericks' Rim Wreckers got loose for easy buckets in transition; fresh off a statement win, the Mavericks stayed locked in. The Mavericks bench chemistry carried them.
What tipped it
- Trail Blazers · 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 · Statement Win Last time out, a 20+ point beating sent a message.
- Mavericks · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.