Wed Jan 5, 2005 · 8:30 PM
Los Angeles LakersLakers
103
away
Chemistry
Steady
Dallas MavericksMavs
129
home
Chemistry
Steady
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Los Angeles LakersLakers | 24 | 30 | 27 | 22 | 103 |
| Dallas MavericksMavs | 33 | 29 | 37 | 30 | 129 |
After Action Report
The Mavericks demolished the Lakers 129-103. The Lakers had no answer for the variance gods tonight. The Mavericks owned the glass, generating extra possessions; the Mavericks carried the swagger of a recent blowout into this one. It broke open after the break.
What tipped it
- Mavericks · Glass Eaters Crashing the boards generates extra possessions and second-chance buckets.
- 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 · Heartbreak A gutting last-second loss — revenge is on the menu.