Sun Apr 17, 2005 · 12:30 PM
Dallas MavericksMavs
109
away
Chemistry
Hot
Los Angeles LakersLakers
88
home
Chemistry
Tense
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dallas MavericksMavs | 36 | 35 | 17 | 21 | 109 |
| Los Angeles LakersLakers | 21 | 24 | 17 | 26 | 88 |
After Action Report
The Mavericks blew the doors off the Lakers 109-88. The better team simply showed up tonight. Fresh off a statement win, the Mavericks stayed locked in; Mavericks' veteran poise eliminated the costly mistakes. The Mavericks bench chemistry carried them. Tonight's Lakers utilization choices clashed with the team identity. It was over by halftime.
What tipped it
- 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.