Sat Dec 11, 2004 · 8:30 PM
Dallas MavericksMavs
121
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Houston RocketsRockets
113
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Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dallas MavericksMavs | 34 | 36 | 24 | 27 | 121 |
| Houston RocketsRockets | 29 | 30 | 27 | 27 | 113 |
After Action Report
The Mavericks held off the Rockets 121-113. The Rockets had no answer for the variance gods tonight. The Mavericks carried the swagger of a recent blowout into this one; the Mavericks pushed the pace until the other side broke. The Mavericks bench chemistry carried them. Mavericks' rotation plan looked deliberate, and the right guys made the most of their roles.
What tipped it
- Rockets · 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.