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Sat Apr 9, 2005 · 7:30 PM
Utah JazzJazz
122
away
Chemistry Hot
Dallas MavericksMavs
107
home
Chemistry Hot

Box Score

TEAM Q1 Q2 Q3 Q4 FINAL
Utah JazzJazz 33 33 30 26 122
Dallas MavericksMavs 29 29 24 25 107

After Action Report

The Jazz downed the Mavericks 122-107. The tempo dragged the Mavericks into a rhythm they couldn't survive. The Jazz owned the glass, generating extra possessions; the Jazz carried the confidence of a hot streak right into this one. The Jazz bench chemistry carried them. Jazz's rotation plan looked deliberate, and the right guys made the most of their roles.

What tipped it

  • Mavericks · Bouncing Back A winning team just got tripped up — expect a response.
  • Jazz · Glass Eaters Crashing the boards generates extra possessions and second-chance buckets.
  • Jazz · Catching Fire Riding a 4+ game winning streak — confidence is high.
  • Jazz · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.