Thu Apr 14, 2005 · 7:30 PM
Dallas MavericksMavs
135
away
Chemistry
Steady
Portland Trail BlazersBlazers
129
home
Chemistry
Hot
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dallas MavericksMavs | 38 | 21 | 47 | 29 | 135 |
| Portland Trail BlazersBlazers | 33 | 27 | 32 | 37 | 129 |
After Action Report
In Portland, the Mavericks outlasted the Trail Blazers 135-129. The tempo dragged the Trail Blazers into a rhythm they couldn't survive. The Mavericks pushed the pace until the other side broke; Trail Blazers' high-flyers tilted the pace and the rim.
What tipped it
- Trail Blazers · Rim Wreckers A trio of high-flyers run, dunk, and tilt the pace.
- Trail Blazers · Catching Fire Riding a 4+ game winning streak — confidence is high.
- Trail Blazers · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.