Wed Jan 5, 2005 · 8:30 PM
Los Angeles LakersLakers
111
away
Chemistry
Steady
Dallas MavericksMavs
106
home
Chemistry
Cold
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Los Angeles LakersLakers | 32 | 28 | 22 | 29 | 111 |
| Dallas MavericksMavs | 33 | 27 | 31 | 15 | 106 |
After Action Report
The Lakers snuck past the Mavericks 111-106. Lakers' offense had its way with the Mavericks. The Lakers ride keeps rolling — they're catching fire; Lakers' outside barrage was a constant threat. The Lakers bench chemistry carried them. Lakers' rotation plan looked deliberate, and the right guys made the most of their roles. Survive-and-advance type win.
What tipped it
- Mavericks · Bouncing Back A winning team just got tripped up — expect a response.
- Lakers · Catching Fire Riding a 4+ game winning streak — confidence is high.
- Lakers · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.