Mon Dec 13, 2004 · 8:30 PM
Dallas MavericksMavs
105
away
Chemistry
Steady
Chicago BullsBulls
97
home
Chemistry
Tense
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dallas MavericksMavs | 32 | 22 | 28 | 23 | 105 |
| Chicago BullsBulls | 25 | 25 | 20 | 27 | 97 |
After Action Report
The Mavericks outlasted the Bulls 105-97. Mavericks' positional fit overwhelmed the Bulls rotation. The Mavericks answered the bell with a bounce-back effort; Mavericks' outside barrage was a constant threat. The Mavericks bench chemistry carried them. 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 · Bouncing Back A winning team just got tripped up — expect a response.
- Mavericks · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.