Celtics (
nathan) are the champions!
Wed Feb 2, 2005 · 8:00 PM
Dallas MavericksMavs
109
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Chemistry
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New Orleans HornetsHornets
102
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Chemistry
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Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dallas MavericksMavs | 24 | 29 | 33 | 23 | 109 |
| New Orleans HornetsHornets | 27 | 21 | 31 | 23 | 102 |
After Action Report
In New Orleans, the Mavericks shocked the Hornets 109-102. Mavericks controlled the tempo from tip to buzzer. The Mavericks pushed the pace until the other side broke; fresh off a statement win, the Hornets stayed locked in. The Mavericks bench chemistry carried them. Mavericks' rotation plan looked deliberate, and the right guys made the most of their roles. Add it to the list of nights the favorite forgot to show up.
What tipped it
- Hornets · Statement Win Last time out, a 20+ point beating sent a message.
- Hornets · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.
- Mavericks · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.