Tue Apr 19, 2005 · 7:30 PM
Seattle SuperSonicsSonics
89
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Chemistry
Tense
Dallas MavericksMavs
116
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Chemistry
Hot
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Seattle SuperSonicsSonics | 20 | 35 | 10 | 24 | 89 |
| Dallas MavericksMavs | 23 | 24 | 31 | 38 | 116 |
After Action Report
In Dallas, the Mavericks ran roughshod over the SuperSonics 116-89. Execution down the stretch made the difference. The Mavericks carried the swagger of a recent blowout into this one; Mavericks' old heads steadied the ship in the swings. The Mavericks locker room is humming, and it showed. Mavericks' rotation plan looked deliberate, and the right guys made the most of their roles. It broke open after the break.
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.
- SuperSonics · Bouncing Back A winning team just got tripped up — expect a response.