Sat Dec 11, 2004 · 8:30 PM
Dallas MavericksMavs
106
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Houston RocketsRockets
96
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Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dallas MavericksMavs | 29 | 28 | 21 | 28 | 106 |
| Houston RocketsRockets | 30 | 26 | 25 | 15 | 96 |
After Action Report
The Mavericks pulled away from the Rockets 106-96. The better team simply showed up tonight. The Mavericks ride keeps rolling — they're catching fire; the Mavericks bent the defense out of shape from deep. The Mavericks bench chemistry carried them. Mavericks' rotation plan looked deliberate, and the right guys made the most of their roles.
What tipped it
- Rockets · Rim Wreckers A trio of high-flyers run, dunk, and tilt the pace.
- Rockets · Bouncing Back A winning team just got tripped up — expect a response.
- Rockets · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.
- 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.