Thu Apr 14, 2005 · 7:30 PM
Dallas MavericksMavs
85
away
Chemistry
Hot
Portland Trail BlazersBlazers
99
home
Chemistry
Steady
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dallas MavericksMavs | 17 | 23 | 19 | 26 | 85 |
| Portland Trail BlazersBlazers | 29 | 23 | 25 | 22 | 99 |
After Action Report
The Trail Blazers handled the Mavericks 99-85. Execution down the stretch made the difference. The Trail Blazers came in with something to prove after a loss; fresh off a statement win, the Mavericks stayed locked in. Survive-and-advance type win.
What tipped it
- Trail Blazers · Bouncing Back A winning team just got tripped up — expect a response.
- 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.