Celtics (
nathan) are the champions!
Wed Jan 5, 2005 · 8:30 PM
Los Angeles LakersLakers
106
away
Chemistry
Tense
Dallas MavericksMavs
119
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Chemistry
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Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Los Angeles LakersLakers | 24 | 22 | 37 | 23 | 106 |
| Dallas MavericksMavs | 37 | 32 | 31 | 19 | 119 |
After Action Report
In Dallas, the Mavericks took care of the Lakers 119-106. The Lakers had no answer for the variance gods tonight. Fresh off a statement win, the Mavericks stayed locked in; Mavericks' veteran poise eliminated the costly mistakes.
What tipped it
- Mavericks · Statement Win Last time out, a 20+ point beating sent a message.
- Lakers · Rim Wreckers A trio of high-flyers run, dunk, and tilt the pace.
- Lakers · Glass Eaters Crashing the boards generates extra possessions and second-chance buckets.
- Lakers · Heartbreak A gutting last-second loss — revenge is on the menu.