Celtics (
nathan) are the champions!
Sun Apr 3, 2005 · 1:00 PM
Dallas MavericksMavs
121
away
Chemistry
Hot
Cleveland CavaliersCavs
107
home
Chemistry
Steady
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dallas MavericksMavs | 25 | 27 | 36 | 33 | 121 |
| Cleveland CavaliersCavs | 31 | 21 | 22 | 33 | 107 |
After Action Report
In Cleveland, the Mavericks handled the Cavaliers 121-107. The tempo dragged the Cavaliers into a rhythm they couldn't survive. Mavericks' Run-and-Gun identity dictated the tempo. The Mavericks bench chemistry carried them. The Mavericks rotation plan paid off — leaning into the right spots created real lift.
What tipped it
- Cavaliers · 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.