Wed Mar 30, 2005 · 8:00 PM
Dallas MavericksMavs
93
away
Chemistry
Hot
Boston CelticsCeltics
90
home
Chemistry
Steady
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dallas MavericksMavs | 22 | 12 | 34 | 25 | 93 |
| Boston CelticsCeltics | 20 | 19 | 22 | 29 | 90 |
After Action Report
In Boston, the Mavericks squeaked past the Celtics 93-90. The Celtics couldn't capitalize even when shots wouldn't fall for the Mavericks. The Mavericks ride keeps rolling — they're catching fire; 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. Ugly, but it counts the same in the standings.
What tipped it
- Celtics · Rim Wreckers A trio of high-flyers run, dunk, and tilt the pace.
- 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.