Thu Mar 24, 2005 · 8:00 PM
Dallas MavericksMavs
105
away
Chemistry
Hot
Sacramento KingsKings
100
home
Chemistry
Hot
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dallas MavericksMavs | 21 | 22 | 34 | 28 | 105 |
| Sacramento KingsKings | 20 | 31 | 30 | 19 | 100 |
After Action Report
The Mavericks snuck past the Kings 105-100. Execution down the stretch made the difference. Mavericks' Lockdown identity stifled the opposing offense; the Kings owned the glass, generating extra possessions. The Mavericks bench chemistry carried them. Mavericks' rotation plan looked deliberate, and the right guys made the most of their roles.
What tipped it
- Kings · Glass Eaters Crashing the boards generates extra possessions and second-chance buckets.
- Kings · Bouncing Back A winning team just got tripped up — expect a response.
- Kings · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.
- Mavericks · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.