Playoffs · Round 1 · Game 4
Houston RocketsRockets
88
away
Dallas MavericksMavs
118
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Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Houston RocketsRockets | 17 | 20 | 26 | 25 | 88 |
| Dallas MavericksMavs | 23 | 32 | 30 | 33 | 118 |
After Action Report
The Mavericks buried the Rockets 118-88. Shots fell that probably shouldn't have, and the Mavericks cashed in. You could feel the revenge motivation from the Mavericks; Mavericks' defenders refused to give up clean looks. Never a doubt in this one.
What tipped it
- Mavericks · Heartbreak A gutting last-second loss — revenge is on the menu.
- Rockets · Catching Fire Riding a 4+ game winning streak — confidence is high.
- Rockets · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.