Celtics (
nathan) are the champions!
Wed Jan 26, 2005 · 8:00 PM
Dallas MavericksMavs
118
away
Chemistry
Tense
Portland Trail BlazersBlazers
106
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Chemistry
Tense
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dallas MavericksMavs | 24 | 32 | 29 | 33 | 118 |
| Portland Trail BlazersBlazers | 28 | 15 | 38 | 25 | 106 |
After Action Report
The Mavericks handled the Trail Blazers 118-106. Shots fell that probably shouldn't have, and the Mavericks cashed in. The Mavericks carried the swagger of a recent blowout into this one; Mavericks' veteran poise eliminated the costly mistakes. The Mavericks bench chemistry carried them. Early returns: the Mavericks per-player utilization choices fit the identity tonight.
What tipped it
- Trail Blazers · Ice Cold On a 4+ game losing streak — shots aren't falling.
- 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.