Celtics (
nathan) are the champions!
Fri Jan 14, 2005 · 8:00 PM
Dallas MavericksMavs
107
away
Chemistry
Steady
San Antonio SpursSpurs
118
home
Chemistry
Hot
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dallas MavericksMavs | 22 | 31 | 25 | 29 | 107 |
| San Antonio SpursSpurs | 32 | 25 | 28 | 33 | 118 |
After Action Report
The Spurs took care of the Mavericks 118-107. Execution down the stretch made the difference. Second-chance points piled up for the Spurs; the Spurs pushed the pace until the other side broke. Early returns: the Spurs per-player utilization choices fit the identity tonight.
What tipped it
- Spurs · Glass Eaters Crashing the boards generates extra possessions and second-chance buckets.
- Mavericks · Catching Fire Riding a 4+ game winning streak — confidence is high.
- Mavericks · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.