Wed Mar 23, 2005 · 8:30 PM
Dallas MavericksMavs
97
away
Chemistry
Hot
Golden State WarriorsWarriors
91
home
Chemistry
Steady
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dallas MavericksMavs | 21 | 28 | 26 | 22 | 97 |
| Golden State WarriorsWarriors | 22 | 21 | 23 | 25 | 91 |
After Action Report
The Mavericks outlasted the Warriors 97-91. The Warriors couldn't capitalize even when shots wouldn't fall for the Mavericks. The Mavericks carried the swagger of a recent blowout into this one; Mavericks' Lockdown identity stifled the opposing offense. The Mavericks bench chemistry carried them. Early returns: the Mavericks per-player utilization choices fit the identity tonight. Survive-and-advance type win.
What tipped it
- Warriors · Ice Cold On a 4+ game losing streak — shots aren't falling.
- Mavericks · Statement Win Last time out, a 20+ point beating sent a message.
- Mavericks · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.