Wed Jan 5, 2005 · 8:30 PM
Los Angeles LakersLakers
99
away
Chemistry
Steady
Dallas MavericksMavs
94
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Chemistry
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Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Los Angeles LakersLakers | 20 | 31 | 29 | 19 | 99 |
| Dallas MavericksMavs | 23 | 28 | 18 | 25 | 94 |
After Action Report
The Lakers survived the Mavericks 99-94. The Lakers won despite a cold shooting night — grit beat polish. The Lakers carried the confidence of a hot streak right into this one; Lakers' outside barrage was a constant threat. The Lakers bench chemistry carried them. Survive-and-advance type win.
What tipped it
- Lakers · Catching Fire Riding a 4+ game winning streak — confidence is high.
- Lakers · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.