Thu Mar 10, 2005 · 9:30 PM
Los Angeles LakersLakers
118
away
Chemistry
Steady
Dallas MavericksMavs
131
home
Chemistry
Steady
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Los Angeles LakersLakers | 29 | 26 | 28 | 35 | 118 |
| Dallas MavericksMavs | 27 | 29 | 30 | 45 | 131 |
After Action Report
The Mavericks pulled away from the Lakers 131-118. Mavericks controlled the tempo from tip to buzzer. Mavericks' Rim Wreckers got loose for easy buckets in transition; Mavericks' old heads steadied the ship in the swings.
What tipped it
- Mavericks · Rim Wreckers A trio of high-flyers run, dunk, and tilt the pace.
- Lakers · Bouncing Back A winning team just got tripped up — expect a response.
- Lakers · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.