Fri Mar 4, 2005 · 8:30 PM
Dallas MavericksMavs
100
away
Chemistry
Steady
Los Angeles LakersLakers
97
home
Chemistry
Steady
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dallas MavericksMavs | 22 | 26 | 28 | 24 | 100 |
| Los Angeles LakersLakers | 29 | 27 | 19 | 22 | 97 |
After Action Report
The Mavericks snuck past the Lakers 100-97. Every possession went the Mavericks way. The Mavericks ride keeps rolling — they're catching fire; 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
- Lakers · Ice Cold On a 4+ game losing streak — shots aren't falling.
- Mavericks · Catching Fire Riding a 4+ game winning streak — confidence is high.
- Mavericks · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.