Thu Feb 17, 2005 · 9:30 PM
Dallas MavericksMavs
109
away
Chemistry
Tense
Phoenix SunsSuns
108
home
Chemistry
Hot
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dallas MavericksMavs | 29 | 25 | 35 | 20 | 109 |
| Phoenix SunsSuns | 30 | 27 | 28 | 23 | 108 |
After Action Report
The Mavericks survived the Suns 109-108. Ugly basketball, but the Mavericks did just enough. Mavericks' Run-and-Gun identity dictated the tempo; the Suns owned the glass, generating extra possessions. Early returns: the Mavericks per-player utilization choices fit the identity tonight. Survive-and-advance type win.
What tipped it
- Suns · Glass Eaters Crashing the boards generates extra possessions and second-chance buckets.
- Suns · Catching Fire Riding a 4+ game winning streak — confidence is high.
- Suns · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.