Wed Jan 5, 2005 · 8:30 PM
Los Angeles LakersLakers
114
away
Chemistry
Tense
Dallas MavericksMavs
117
home
Chemistry
Tense
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Los Angeles LakersLakers | 28 | 29 | 28 | 29 | 114 |
| Dallas MavericksMavs | 34 | 33 | 22 | 28 | 117 |
After Action Report
The Mavericks squeaked past the Lakers 117-114. The Mavericks got every break — every loose ball, every bounce. The Mavericks answered the bell with a bounce-back effort; the Mavericks bent the defense out of shape from deep.
What tipped it
- Mavericks · Bouncing Back A winning team just got tripped up — expect a response.
- Lakers · Rim Wreckers A trio of high-flyers run, dunk, and tilt the pace.
- Lakers · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.