Thu Feb 17, 2005 · 9:30 PM
Dallas MavericksMavs
104
away
Chemistry
Steady
Phoenix SunsSuns
108
home
Chemistry
Hot
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dallas MavericksMavs | 20 | 30 | 22 | 32 | 104 |
| Phoenix SunsSuns | 27 | 24 | 24 | 33 | 108 |
After Action Report
The Suns survived the Mavericks 108-104. Every possession went the Suns way. Fresh off a statement win, the Suns stayed locked in; Suns' outside barrage was a constant threat. Early returns: the Suns per-player utilization choices fit the identity tonight.
What tipped it
- Suns · Statement Win Last time out, a 20+ point beating sent a message.
- Mavericks · Bouncing Back A winning team just got tripped up — expect a response.
- Mavericks · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.