Sun Apr 3, 2005 · 1:00 PM
Dallas MavericksMavs
118
away
Chemistry
Hot
Cleveland CavaliersCavs
111
home
Chemistry
Tense
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dallas MavericksMavs | 25 | 37 | 33 | 23 | 118 |
| Cleveland CavaliersCavs | 27 | 35 | 26 | 23 | 111 |
After Action Report
In Cleveland, the Mavericks edged the Cavaliers 118-111. Mavericks' offense had its way with the Cavaliers. Mavericks' high-flyers tilted the pace and the rim; the Mavericks came in with something to prove after a loss. The Mavericks bench chemistry carried them. Mavericks' rotation plan looked deliberate, and the right guys made the most of their roles.
What tipped it
- Cavaliers · Ice Cold On a 4+ game losing streak — shots aren't falling.
- Mavericks · Rim Wreckers A trio of high-flyers run, dunk, and tilt the pace.
- 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.