Sun Apr 3, 2005 · 1:00 PM
Dallas MavericksMavs
116
away
Chemistry
Steady
Cleveland CavaliersCavs
99
home
Chemistry
Steady
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dallas MavericksMavs | 28 | 28 | 31 | 29 | 116 |
| Cleveland CavaliersCavs | 28 | 25 | 24 | 22 | 99 |
After Action Report
The Mavericks downed the Cavaliers 116-99. Mavericks controlled the tempo from tip to buzzer. The Mavericks came in with something to prove after a loss; Cavaliers' Rim Wreckers got loose for easy buckets in transition.
What tipped it
- Cavaliers · Rim Wreckers A trio of high-flyers run, dunk, and tilt the pace.
- Cavaliers · Glass Eaters Crashing the boards generates extra possessions and second-chance buckets.
- Mavericks · Bouncing Back A winning team just got tripped up — expect a response.