Fri Feb 4, 2005 · 8:00 PM
Dallas MavericksMavs
106
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Chemistry
Tense
Indiana PacersPacers
120
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Chemistry
Tense
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dallas MavericksMavs | 28 | 42 | 11 | 25 | 106 |
| Indiana PacersPacers | 30 | 32 | 27 | 31 | 120 |
After Action Report
The Pacers downed the Mavericks 120-106. Shots fell that probably shouldn't have, and the Pacers cashed in. The Pacers owned the glass, generating extra possessions; Pacers' veteran poise eliminated the costly mistakes. The Mavericks looked disjointed — chemistry issues linger.
What tipped it
- Pacers · Glass Eaters Crashing the boards generates extra possessions and second-chance buckets.
- Mavericks · Ice Cold On a 4+ game losing streak — shots aren't falling.
- Mavericks · Locker-Room Rift Tension in the locker room — poor ball movement and streaky play.