Wed Jan 26, 2005 · 8:00 PM
Dallas MavericksMavs
114
away
Chemistry
Steady
Portland Trail BlazersBlazers
106
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Chemistry
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Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dallas MavericksMavs | 36 | 33 | 24 | 21 | 114 |
| Portland Trail BlazersBlazers | 33 | 25 | 24 | 24 | 106 |
After Action Report
The Mavericks upended the Trail Blazers 114-106. Shots fell that probably shouldn't have, and the Mavericks cashed in. The Mavericks owned the glass, generating extra possessions; Mavericks' veteran poise eliminated the costly mistakes. Add it to the list of nights the favorite forgot to show up.
What tipped it
- Trail Blazers · Glass Eaters Crashing the boards generates extra possessions and second-chance buckets.
- Trail Blazers · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.
- Mavericks · Glass Eaters Crashing the boards generates extra possessions and second-chance buckets.