Wed Feb 2, 2005 · 8:00 PM
Dallas MavericksMavs
121
away
Chemistry
Elite
New Orleans HornetsHornets
117
home
Chemistry
Elite
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dallas MavericksMavs | 33 | 32 | 24 | 32 | 121 |
| New Orleans HornetsHornets | 31 | 37 | 19 | 30 | 117 |
After Action Report
The Mavericks squeaked past the Hornets 121-117. Mavericks torched the Hornets on the offensive end. Fresh off a statement win, the Mavericks stayed locked in; Mavericks' outside barrage was a constant threat. The Mavericks bench chemistry carried them. Mavericks' rotation plan looked deliberate, and the right guys made the most of their roles.
What tipped it
- Hornets · Bouncing Back A winning team just got tripped up — expect a response.
- 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.