Tue Dec 21, 2004 · 8:30 PM
Dallas MavericksMavs
97
away
Chemistry
Steady
New York KnicksKnicks
93
home
Chemistry
Tense
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dallas MavericksMavs | 19 | 21 | 24 | 33 | 97 |
| New York KnicksKnicks | 25 | 30 | 21 | 17 | 93 |
After Action Report
The Mavericks squeaked past the Knicks 97-93. Execution down the stretch made the difference. The Mavericks carried the swagger of a recent blowout into this one; Mavericks' outside barrage was a constant threat. The Mavericks bench chemistry carried them. The Mavericks rotation plan paid off — leaning into the right spots created real lift. Survive-and-advance type win.
What tipped it
- Knicks · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.
- 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.