Tue Feb 8, 2005 · 8:30 PM
Chicago BullsBulls
111
away
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Dallas MavericksMavs
117
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Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chicago BullsBulls | 38 | 18 | 28 | 27 | 111 |
| Dallas MavericksMavs | 36 | 35 | 22 | 24 | 117 |
After Action Report
The Mavericks fended off the Bulls 117-111. Mavericks torched the Bulls on the offensive end. Mavericks' high-flyers tilted the pace and the rim; the Mavericks owned the glass, generating extra possessions. Early returns: the Mavericks per-player utilization choices fit the identity tonight. Survive-and-advance type win.
What tipped it
- Mavericks · Rim Wreckers A trio of high-flyers run, dunk, and tilt the pace.
- Mavericks · Glass Eaters Crashing the boards generates extra possessions and second-chance buckets.
- Mavericks · Catching Fire Riding a 4+ game winning streak — confidence is high.
- Bulls · Statement Win Last time out, a 20+ point beating sent a message.