Sun Apr 3, 2005 · 1:00 PM
Dallas MavericksMavs
107
away
Chemistry
Tense
Cleveland CavaliersCavs
106
home
Chemistry
Tense
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dallas MavericksMavs | 26 | 23 | 34 | 24 | 107 |
| Cleveland CavaliersCavs | 24 | 25 | 27 | 30 | 106 |
After Action Report
The Mavericks squeaked past the Cavaliers 107-106. Mavericks' offense had its way with the Cavaliers. The Mavericks came in with something to prove after a loss; the Cavaliers owned the glass, generating extra possessions. Early returns: the Mavericks per-player utilization choices fit the identity tonight.
What tipped it
- 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.