Sun Feb 6, 2005 · 2:00 PM
Dallas MavericksMavs
103
away
Chemistry
Tense
Toronto RaptorsRaptors
102
home
Chemistry
Tense
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dallas MavericksMavs | 24 | 22 | 24 | 33 | 103 |
| Toronto RaptorsRaptors | 17 | 44 | 19 | 22 | 102 |
After Action Report
The Mavericks survived the Raptors 103-102. Mavericks controlled the tempo from tip to buzzer. The Mavericks couldn't shake the cold spell; the Mavericks pushed the pace until the other side broke. Early returns: the Mavericks per-player utilization choices fit the identity tonight. Ugly, but it counts the same in the standings.
What tipped it
- Raptors · Glass Eaters Crashing the boards generates extra possessions and second-chance buckets.
- Raptors · Statement Win Last time out, a 20+ point beating sent a message.
- 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.